If you’re dreaming about a winter escape, a quick day trip, or just a getting out of the city without dealing with airport chaos, Amtrak just dropped a deal worth hopping on. The rail service’s Travel Tuesday Sale is live now through December 3rd. Enjoy up to 25% off Coach and Acela Business Class fares nationwide—including many of the routes Philadelphians ride most.
The sale covers travel January 5 through March 15, 2026, making it ideal for early-year adventures: think a cozy NYC weekend, a foodie escape to D.C., or visiting family along the Northeast Corridor. With no middle seats, spacious legroom, and the simple joy of staring out the window instead of sitting in traffic on I-95, rail travel remains one of the easiest ways to the reset in the new year.
Travel Tuesday sale highlights
- Up to 25% off select routes
- Book between: Nov. 28 – Dec. 3, 2025
- Travel between: Jan. 5 – Mar. 15, 2026
- Eligible: Coach on select routes + Acela Business Class
Sample one-way fares (featuring Philly routes)
- Philadelphia → Washington, D.C.: as low as $43
- Baltimore → Philadelphia: as low as $35
- New York → Philadelphia: as low as $39
- Plus nationwide deals: Chicago → L.A. from $130, Dallas → L.A. from $114, NYC → Savannah from $106, and more“
Travel Tuesday is the perfect time to plan ahead and kick off the new year with big savings on future trips,” said Amtrak Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Eliot Hamlisch.
“Amtrak continues to make travel more comfortable and convenient, offering spacious seating with no middle seat, without the stress of airport security lines or traffic.”
How to book the sale
Availability is limited, and blackout dates apply. Full details and reservations are available at the official website or through the Amtrak app. Consider joining Amtrak Guest Rewards to earn points (reward travel starts as low as 400 points).
Don’t miss your chance to save 25% on travel to popular destinations.
Book now by December 3rd for travel dates from January 5 to March 15, 2026.