How to Book Train Travel From Miami to Savannah

The train trip from Miami, FL to Savannah, GA on Amtrak is a relaxing journey through lush, southeastern scenery with courteous staff and friendly strangers. Book your ticket early to get the best deals.

Things You'll Need

• A computer with Internet access.
• A telephone.

Instructions

Schedule Your Trip

1. Visit Amtrak's Web site (see below) for a comprehensive way to book your ticket to Miami. You can also browse through the site to find out more about riding the rails.

2. Click on the 'Schedules' tab at the top of the screen. Select Miami's train station for departure and Savannah for arrival. Select a date and time you wish to leave and then click 'Search.'

3. Select the route that best fits your schedule and budget, then book your ticket by following Web site prompts to purchasing. When offered amenities to choose from, consider reserving a sleeper car for an added fee, since you will be traveling approximately 12 hours.

Plan Your Escape

1. Alert Amtrak to any health conditions requiring special treatment on-board before you depart for Miami. Whether you have a restricted diet or travel with an oxygen tank, Amtrak can accommodate your needs.

2. Pack light for onboard travel. Only two carry-ons are permitted. You will want to pack appropriate clothing (like an extra sweater), magazines and any toiletries you will need.

3. Check with the station before you leave to ensure that your train is on schedule and your ticket is reserved.

Arrive Safely in Savannah

1. Follow signs to claim your baggage upon exiting your train into Savannah's train station.

2. Catch a taxi or shuttle to your hotel. You may arrange this ahead of travel. Many hotels offer shuttle service from the station.

3. Rent a car by calling ahead to any of the rental booths at the Savannah station and reserving a vehicle for your arrival.

Tips & Warnings

• Leave your date and/or time slots open when performing a fare search on Amtrak's Web site if your plans are flexible. This way, you get a wider variety of options to choose from, and you may even find a cheaper fare.

• Keep in mind that you will not have access to the bags you have checked during your trip, so anything you will or even might need during travel should be packed in your carry-on.

• Amtrak offers great discount deals each week, in addition to standard discount fares for senior citizens, students and members of clubs like AAA. Check the 'Hot Deals' tab of their Web site before you book your ticket to see if you can get in on the savings.

• Call Amtrak at 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit the link below.