The definitive guide to over 1,000+ Amtrak train stations across North America. Search by station name, 3-letter Amtrak code, city, or state to view comprehensive station guides, waiting room hours, parking, transit connections, and live ticket reservation options.
Type any station name, city, state abbreviation, or 3-letter Amtrak code (e.g. NYP, PHL, WAS, CHI, LAX) below to filter all stations in real time.
Amtrak's 21,000-mile national rail network comprises 43 distinct passenger train routes connecting over 500 communities across North America. Explore popular regional corridors, state-supported trains, and transcontinental long-distance overnight routes below.
High-frequency electrified rail lines connecting East Coast metropolitan hubs between Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
Iconic overnight trains featuring private Roomette and Bedroom sleeper accommodation, dining cars, and panoramic sightseer lounges.
High-speed regional corridors radiating from Chicago Union Station across Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Indiana.
Scenic coastal and mountain rail routes serving California, the Pacific Northwest, Canada, and the American South.
Key high-volume rail hubs connecting regional corridors, high-speed rail, and coast-to-coast long-distance transcontinental routes across North America.
Amtrak's flagship East Coast hub operating state-of-the-art concourses for Northeast Regional, Acela, Empire Service, and long-distance trains.
View NYP Station DetailsHistoric nation's capital hub serving Acela, Northeast Regional, Crescent, Cardinal, Silver Service, and MARC/VRE commuter rail.
View WAS Station DetailsMajor Mid-Atlantic junction connecting Northeast Corridor trains with Keystone Service, SEPTA regional rail, and Atlantic City line.
View PHL Station DetailsThe northern terminus of the Northeast Corridor serving Acela, Northeast Regional, Lake Shore Limited, and MBTA transit.
View BOS Station DetailsBusy Maryland rail corridor hub serving Northeast Regional, Acela, Vermonter, Palmetto, Silver Service, and MARC Penn Line trains.
View BAL Station DetailsCentral transcontinental rail hub connecting Midwest regional trains and iconic long-distance overnight routes to the West Coast.
Book Tickets from CHIAmtrak passenger stations vary from full-service metropolitan terminals equipped with grand waiting halls, food courts, and Metropolitan Lounges to unstaffed suburban platforms designed for rapid commuter boarding.
Staffed stations feature ticket counter agents, baggage assistance, and waiting room security. Unstaffed stops rely on automated ticket kiosks, mobile boarding passes, and platform waiting shelters.
Most stations provide 24/7 Quik-Trak self-service kiosks to print e-tickets and retrieve reservations. Ticket counter window hours vary by location.
Amtrak stations feature platform ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms, designated parking spaces, and audio/visual boarding assistance for travelers with disabilities.
Select major hubs feature high-end private passenger lounges with complimentary refreshments, high-speed Wi-Fi, and priority boarding for First Class and select Business Class travelers.
Staffed stations handling long-distance departures offer checked baggage service up to 50 lbs per bag, as well as temporary day storage for ticketed passengers.
Stations connect passengers directly to local subway systems, city buses, commuter rail networks, taxi stands, rideshare pick-up zones, and multi-level parking garages.
Amtrak operates over 500 active passenger rail stations across 46 U.S. states and 3 Canadian provinces, serving more than 30 million travelers annually along 21,000 miles of track.
The top 5 busiest Amtrak hubs in North America are New York Moynihan Train Hall / Penn Station (NYP), Washington Union Station (WAS), Philadelphia 30th Street Station (PHL), Chicago Union Station (CHI), and Boston South Station (BOS).
Every Amtrak station is assigned a unique 3-letter alphabetic station code (such as NYP for New York, PHL for Philadelphia, or CHI for Chicago). These codes function similarly to airport IATA codes and are used on tickets, schedules, and departure boards.
Station opening hours, ticket counter schedules, and waiting room access vary by station. Click on any station name in our station directory above to view its dedicated guide with verified waiting room hours, staffing status, and kiosk availability.
Parking options vary by station. Major regional stations and suburban hubs usually offer multi-level parking garages or surface lots with short-term, long-term, and ADA accessible spaces. Unstaffed rural platforms may rely on municipal or street parking.
Amtrak is committed to full accessibility. The majority of stations feature platform ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms, designated parking spaces, and boarding assistance. Specific accessibility details are listed under each station guide.
Premium Metropolitan Lounges are available at major hub stations including New York Moynihan Train Hall, Philadelphia 30th Street Station, Washington Union Station, Boston South Station, Chicago Union Station, and Portland Union Station for First Class and select Business Class passengers.
Amtrak recommends arriving at least 30 minutes prior to departure for standard departures. If you require ticket office assistance, checked baggage handling, or travel assistance, arrive 45 to 60 minutes prior to departure.
Checked baggage and temporary luggage storage services are offered at major staffed stations (such as New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Chicago) for ticketed passengers. Fees and availability vary by location.
Major hub stations feature centralized concourses and overhead departure displays. Transfers between high-speed Acela, Northeast Regional, state-supported routes, and long-distance trains occur within the same terminal building.
Yes! Most city center Amtrak stations integrate directly with local commuter rail networks, subway/metro systems, city buses, and rideshare pickup zones for seamless travel.
At staffed stations, tickets can be purchased using cash, credit cards, or Amtrak gift cards at ticket windows or self-service Quik-Trak kiosks. You can also reserve tickets online or by calling our 24/7 travel desk at (805) 365-9616.
Checked baggage handling is available on select long-distance and regional trains at designated staffed stations. Look for baggage icons on our individual station detail pages.
Small dogs and cats (up to 20 lbs combined weight of pet and carrier) are allowed in station waiting areas and on board departures under 7 hours with an advance pet reservation.
Yes! Carry-on bicycle storage and checked bike service are available on most Amtrak train routes. Advance bicycle reservations are required when purchasing your ticket.
If you misplace personal property at a station or on board a train, report it immediately to Amtrak station staff or file a Lost & Found report online with your ticket number and description.
Several Amtrak stations offer direct or dedicated monorail/rail transfers to major commercial airports, including Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), BWI Marshall Airport (BWI), Philadelphia Airport (PHL), and Milwaukee Mitchell Airport (MKE).
Staffed stations feature Amtrak ticket agents, customer service counters, and waiting room attendants. Unstaffed stations consist of passenger waiting shelters or platforms where ticketing is handled online, via mobile app, or at self-service kiosks.
Yes, major corridor stations feature clean passenger restrooms, food courts, coffee shops, newsstands, and dining options. Small unstaffed stops may have limited commercial amenities.
You can speak directly to our 24/7 independent ticket assistance desk by calling (805) 365-9616 or by clicking the Live Chat Assistant button on this page.
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