Take Your Car on an
Auto Train Road Trip
Take Your Vehicle on a Road Trip. Leave the Driving Behind.
Bumper to bumper traffic on I-95. Endless road. Wear and tear on your engine. Your next vacation shouldn’t come with the baggage of a road trip. The Auto Train will take you and your vehicle nonstop between Lorton, Virginia near Washington, DC and Sanford, Florida near Orlando.
Pack your vehicle with all your trip essentials and drive it out of the station upon arrival. While onboard, settle in with a good book, stream a movie on your tablet or enjoy the ever-changing views out the window.
Whether you’re heading south for the sunshine, beaches and theme parks or exploring the many destinations of the Northeast, the Auto Train is the perfect way to get you there. And with fares as low as $95 + the cost of your vehicle, now is the perfect time to book a trip.
We're partnering with Crayola this summer to give families savings on a trip to Florida packed with comfort and creative activities. Skip I-95 and enjoy a comfortable ride with plenty of legroom, then watch the kids learn and explore with a variety of hands-on experiences and Discover the Magic of Color® at Crayola Experience in Orlando. Customers will be required to show a child’s train eTicket at the Crayola Experience attraction. Tickets are limited for kids ages 2-12. Kids under 2 get in free. Must be redeemed by September 30.
Get to Know the Auto Train
Private Rooms and Seating
Coach class features wide, reclining seats with ample legroom and no middle seat. Plus, all Auto Train Coach interiors have been refreshed with new seat cushions and upholstery, carpeting and window curtains. Upgrade your experience with one of four types of First Class private rooms (Roomettes, Bedrooms, Family Rooms and Accessible Bedrooms) that include new bedding, linens, pillows and towels.
Roomette
For customers seeking both privacy and savings in First Class, Roomettes feature two comfortable seats by day transformed to upper and lower beds by night. Each room includes a big picture window, newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens and access to shared restroom and shower facilities.
All customers in private rooms receive priority boarding, complimentary dinner and hot breakfast, access to the First Class lounge onboard and a dedicated First Class attendant, who will provide turndown service, assist with meals and help with luggage.
Roomette Details
Bedroom
For customers seeking extra comfort and space in First Class, Bedrooms provide twice the space as a Roomette and feature a sofa and separate chair by day transformed into upper and lower beds by night. Each room includes a big picture window, newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens and a private in-room sink, restroom and shower.
All customers in private rooms receive priority boarding, complimentary dinner and hot breakfast, access to the First Class lounge onboard and a dedicated First Class attendant, who will provide turndown service, assist with meals and help with luggage.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom Suite
For customers seeking the ultimate First Class experience, Bedroom Suites combine two adjoining Bedrooms — featuring two sofas and two separate chairs by day transformed into four beds by night. Each suite includes two big picture windows, newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens and two in-room sinks, restrooms and showers.
All customers in private rooms receive priority boarding, complimentary dinner and hot breakfast, access to the First Class lounge onboard and a dedicated First Class attendant, who will provide turndown service, assist with meals and help with luggage. To book your suite, call us at 1-800-USA-RAIL.
Bedroom Suite Details
Family Room
For customers traveling with children in First Class, Family Rooms span the width of the car with ample space for two adults and two children (age 2-12). Each room features seating for four by day transformed into two upper and two lower beds by night, plus two big picture windows, newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens.
All customers in private rooms receive priority boarding, complimentary dinner and hot breakfast, access to the First Class lounge onboard and a dedicated First Class attendant, who will provide turndown service, assist with meals and help with luggage.
Family Room Details
Accessible Bedroom
For First Class customers with a disability, Accessible Bedrooms are located on the entry level of the train and offer ample space for a wheelchair. Each room features seating by day transformed into upper and lower beds by night, plus a big picture window, newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens and an accessible in-room sink.
All customers in private rooms receive priority boarding, complimentary dinner and hot breakfast, access to the First Class lounge onboard and a dedicated First Class attendant, who will provide turndown service, assist with meals and help with luggage.
Accessible Bedroom Details
Coach
Coach class features wide, reclining seats with ample legroom, no middle seat option and at-seat trays, reading lights and electric outlet. Away from your seat, enjoy onboard Cafe service, with a wide variety of meals, snacks and beverages for sale.
COACH DETAILSBaggage, Vehicles and Check-In
Learn about vehicle specifications, check-in times and how to ensure your vehicle is one of the first ones off the train upon arrival.
Vehicle Types
Pack your car like a suitcase. And with our special auto carriers, we can carry a wide variety of vehicle types — including cars, SUVs and motorcycles (dimension and clearance restrictions apply).
Check-In
On the day of departure, check-in starts at 11:30 am and closes at 2:30 pm for standard and extended vehicles and 2:00 pm for motorcycles. Exceptions cannot be made, so be sure to plan your arrival to the station accordingly.
Priority Offloading
Speed up your journey with a time-saving upgrade option for Auto Train. Reserve Priority Vehicle Offloading when you're booking and your vehicle will be one of the first 30 offloaded from the train.
What to Expect
Leave behind the worries of driving between D.C. and Florida and enjoy a stress-free route of the Auto Train.
- Auto Train Map
- Lorton station (near Washington, DC)
- Sanford station (near Orlando, Florida)
Traditional Dining in First Class
Complimentary traditional dining service is provided in the Dining Car for First Class private room customers. Dinner and a hot breakfast are served onboard.
Cafe Service in Coach
Coach customers can purchase meals, snacks and beverages in the Cross-Country Cafe. Plus, a complimentary continental breakfast is served prior to arrival.
Free Wi-Fi
Enjoy free basic Wi-Fi throughout your Auto Train journey — including at the departing station, onboard and upon arrival.
Auto Train duration is 17.5 hours and makes a service stop around midnight in Florence, SC. If a service animal needs to be taken off the train to relieve itself, notify a Conductor and onboard personnel.
Ways to Save
Seniors Save 10% Nationwide
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Kids 2 - 12 Ride for 50% Off
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Small Groups Save up to 60%
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