The 4 Ways to Get from NYC to Vermont on Transit, From a Local
I grew up in Vermont and go back without a car or a plane. Here is every car-free way from NYC to Vermont, and which one fits where you are headed.
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Amtrak Guest Rewards Points, Explained by a Frequent Rider
Last week I sat down to book a train from New York to Burlington, went to pay, and noticed I had enough points sitting in my account to cover the whole thing. My coach seat for seven hours up the…
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Amtrak for First Timers. 11 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Train
I’ve ridden Amtrak dozens of times. Here are the first-timer tips I wish I knew, from cafe cars to seats to sleeping overnight, so your first train runs smooth.
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My Amtrak Packing List: What I Bring on Every Train
I don’t pack much for the train. After dozens of Amtrak rides, including overnights in coach and a few in a roomette, my list has gotten shorter, not longer. I know what I use and what just adds weight to…
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What Is an Amtrak Connecting Bus? I’ve Ridden Three. Here’s What to Expect.
Affiliate Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission if you book through them at no cost to you. If you’ve ever booked an Amtrak ticket and noticed the website showing you a “bus” option instead of…
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My 4 Strategies to Get Cheap Amtrak Tickets in 2026
Next week, I’m taking Amtrak from New York down to Washington DC for $24. It’s not a sale.
I’ve written a lot about Amtrak on this blog. I’ve reviewed half a dozen routes, written a lot of words arguing that taking the train beats flying on most short to medium routes.
Yet, at the same time, Amtrak can be expensive. Under pressure to make a profit, they’ve adopted dynamic pricing just like the airlines. That means the same seat can cost $24 one day and $150 another.
But there are a few patterns and strategies to get cheap Amtrak tickets.
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6 East Coast Amtrak Routes to Take This Summer
I consider myself a bit of an expert on East Coast Amtrak routes. I live car-free in New York, I love to travel, I love seeing nature (and let’s be honest, I just love riding trains). I’ve taken the Ethan Allen Express probably half a dozen times, the Vermonter more times than that, and have ridden routes all the way from New York to Chicago in a private roomette.
