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    Auto Train discussion

    This is a really good video. TY for sharing it! Now for my 2 cents, having just traveled on train 53 from Lorton to Sanford on 2/14/23 in coach. I had recently flown in coach from PHL to Thailand and was able to tolerate that VERY long set of flights, so I thought I could easily handle sitting...
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    Auto Train discussion

    I figured the 70% included sleeper rooms as well as the coach seats. Thanks for confirming.
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    Auto Train discussion

    Thank you for this advice! So, I just checked Amtrak's website for the autotrain for the date I am traveling. It shows "70% full". This statement is from my reservation receipt: "Seat assignments for Reserved Coach passengers will be handled on a first-come first-served basis". I am assuming...
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    Auto Train discussion

    I’m traveling mid-Month (actually Valentine’s Day) so I’m hoping the train won’t be as crowded as they probably are at the very end of the Winter months (due to monthly rental property turnover). I know when I drive down the traffic is quite bad the last 2 days of the month in Winter.
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    Auto Train discussion

    Sorry, I meant upper level, mid car. Or whatever teminology you call it. I was advised to stay away from the doors that open between cars (much more distraction) - that is why.
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    Auto Train discussion

    Hello. I have one way transit booked on the auto train from Lorton to Sanford in mid-February. I am traveling in coach seating (beats the usual 19 hours I drive from Central, PA to Manasota Key as a lone driver). Anyway, I know that Amtrak does not allow me to choose a seat before arrival at the...
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    Saying hello!

    Hi, I am new - just joined today. I joined to gain information regarding the auto-train from Lorton, VA to Sanford, FL.
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