News Travel Deals Amtrak’s Latest Auto Sale Is Here — With Tickets Starting at $34 and No Blackout Dates The sale ends on March 28. By Alison Fox Alison Fox Alison Fox is a Travel + Leisure contributor. She has also written for Parents.com, The Wall Street Journal, and amNewYork. When she’s not in New York City, she can be found at the beach or on the slopes. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on March 23, 2024 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Alessandra Amodio/Travel + Leisure The weather is heating up, and Amtrak wants to make it even easier to reach the beaches of Florida with an Auto Train flash sale that has tickets starting as low as $34. The sale, which must be booked by March 28, is valid on southbound trains from April 8 to June 30, Amtrak shared with Travel + Leisure. Travel in coach starts at just $34, while kids can board for even less with tickets starting at just $17 for children 2 to 12 years old. “Traveling from the Northeast to Florida? Skip the hassles of I-95 and save big with the Auto Train Flash Sale,” Amtrak wrote as part of the promotion. “Kick back, relax and let us do the driving from Lorton, Virginia (near Washington, DC) to Sanford, Florida (near Orlando) while your vehicle travels onboard.” There are no blackout dates for the sale, but travelers must purchase their tickets at least one day before departing. Travelers looking to ride in more comfort can splurge on a first class private Roomette starting at just $235 for single occupancy or on a private bedroom starting at $435 for single occupancy. The Auto Train operates from Lorton, Virginia, to Sanford, Florida, over the course of about 17 and a half hours. Travelers must purchase a ticket as well as pay extra for their vehicle, which can include cars, vans, and motorcycles. The sale is not valid on northbound travel. Customers who book a coach seat are treated to a complimentary continental breakfast before arrival, while those in a private Roomette or bedroom receive priority boarding, a dedicated first class attendant, and complimentary meals on board. The sale comes on the heels of Amtrak’s decision to change its fare structure, introducing two new fare options: “value” and “flex.” The company has said the simplified categories will translate to a more consistent booking experience. The company has also expanded its “Night Owl” fares along the Northeast Corridor, offering tickets up and down the East Coast for as low as $5.