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North America Rail Pass
About the pass
If you would like to visit lots of places in Canada and the United States, and see some of the best scenery in North America while doing so, the discount Amtrak and Via Rail Canada North America Rail Pass may be for you.No ticket gives you more stops in comfort for its price. In fact, this rail pass deal offers you unlimited stops in Canada and the U.S. within a 30 day period.
This truly is your chance to explore Canada and the U.S. in depth.
With your North America pass, you easily access Disney World, the Grand Canyon, Vancouver, Seattle, Santa Fe, Los Angeles, Miami Beach, San Antonio, Quebec City, Charleston, Washington, DC, Toronto, Whistler, Tucson, Rocky Mountain National Park, Boston, Austin, New York City, and so much more.
On most long-distance trains, your seats have leg room similar to airline first class seats. On many trains, you sit high above the tracks and view the countryside from big picture windows.
Because your trains often drop you near where you want to be, you may not have to rent a car. In fact, one Amtrak stop (San Clemente, CA) is literally on a beach and another (Winter Park, CO) is virtually next to a ski lift.
Incredible scenery
With your pass, you experience just how beautiful Canada and the U.S. are.You never forget approaching Jasper National Park in Canada, climbing the Front Range of the Colorado Rockies, and having surf almost touch your window as you glide along the rugged California coastline north of Santa Barbara—just some of the places you see.
One of the most scenic routes starts just outside of New York City. You ride past Bear Mountain State Park, West Point, and Lake Champaign, as you head toward Montreal.
Prices
Prices depend on the time of year you travel and whether you buy your pass in Canada or the United States, and whether there's a special promotion, but you always get access to some of the most beautiful routes in the world.
Currently, the peak season pass rate is considerably higher than the
off season one. Check "Hot Deals" on the Amtrak home page
for prices.
There are student and senior (60+) discounts.
Note that the pass rates include comfortable seating. If you wish private
sleeping accommodation, the cost is much higher.
You may buy your pass from Amtrak (1
800-USA-Rail), Via Rail Canada (1
888-842-7245), or a travel agency that specializes in rail
travel.
You can combine your pass with hotel savings by using
the bidding tips available on this site.
Plan carefully
Be sure to plan carefully before attempting to book. You want maximum scenery and enjoyment for your time.Start with tips and important cautions.
Pages in this section:
Tips and important cautions
Best Amtrak and Via Rail routes I (western)
Best Amtrak and Via Rail routes II (eastern)
Hotel bidding tips to help you save
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