How to Book Train Travel From New York to Tampa
Train tripping from New York to Tampa can be the easiest, most affordable option for travel without the headache of fighting traffic or the expense of airfare. See several states in just over 24 hours in most cases.
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Instructions
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Book Tickets
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Shave an hour or so from your travel time, and book the 3:15 p.m. Silver Meteor Service out of New York for quickest service to Tampa. Be aware, though, that an Amtrak bus will take you on the last leg of your route, from Orlando to Tampa.
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Book your tickets online via computer or Amtrak's new PDA offering for greatest efficiency, and check the advertised and weekly specials while you're on the site.
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Spring for a Viewliner Bedroom or Viewliner Bedroom Suite to enjoy a private shower, recliner, sofa, restroom facilities, picture windows and free meals on this full-day journey to Tampa.
Navigate New York's Busy Pennsylvania Station
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Taste your last bite of New York at the hot dog and roasted peanut street vendors on every corner outside Penn Station, or risk contending with doggie-loving commuters on the concourse below.
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Pick up paper tickets early, as Penn Station's ticket windows and Quick Track kiosks can boast huge lineups. Be aware, too, that Long Island Railroad or LIRR agents cannot service Amtrak customers; so avoid this busy information booth and ticketing area like the plague!
Prepare for Your New York to Tampa Train Trek
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Reserve tickets early, as the popular Northeastern Corridor and tourist-popular Orlando share this route and spaces fill quickly.
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Upgrade to a Viewliner Roomette for a little privacy and a cleaner restroom. Free meals and a paper along with a huge picture window all to yourself can't be bad, either!
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Tips & Warnings
AAA and several major Amtrak affiliates offer members discounts up to 10 percent or special fares on certain routes. Ask a travel agent, or do a little online research to save money.
Stock up on snacks and beverages for your journey at any of many stores in Penn Station's main concourse for huge savings and a wider variety than Amtrak's snack cars provide.
Be sure to board the correct train! Amtrak's southbound trains bear odd numbers, while northbound ones bear even numbers.
Call Amtrak at 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit the link below.
Purchase tickets before you board the Silver Line or risk citation!
Rush hour traffic in New York can mean that it will take you an hour to go 10 or 20 blocks in a taxi--leave early!
