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About Amtrak Pennsylvanian

The Pennsylvanian is a daytime train line managed by the nationwide rail network Amtrak. It provides convenient and affordable transport from New York City to Pittsburgh via Philadelphia. Some notable stops along the train's route through Pennsylvania are Harrisburg, Lewistown, and Trenton.

Riding the entire line from New York City to Pittsburgh takes about 9 hours, so there is only one daily trip in each direction. Since the Pennsylvanian is one of the most scenic Amtrak routes in America, passengers can spend those 9 hours drinking in the sights like the Allegheny Mountains and Pennsylvania Dutch Country. The highlight of the trip is the historic Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, where the train tracks double back in a giant semicircle, and passengers in the front cars can wave to passengers in the rear cars.

You will find basic amenities on the Pennsylvanian such as a cafe car selling food and drinks, free onboard WiFi, and checked baggage service for unencumbered travel. The train offers two classes of seats: Coach Class and Business Class, with the latter offering more legroom and more flexible ticket change policies.

The Amtrak Pennsylvanian became an official Wanderu partner in 2015, making it easy to search and compare all the best coach and train options in one place. Wanderu is the best place to find a good deal on Pennsylvanian tickets, at no additional cost.

Contact Amtrak Pennsylvanian

Phone number:
1 (800) 872-7245

Amtrak Pennsylvanian Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Toilet
  • Extra legroom
  • Loyalty rewards
  • Power points
  • Snacks
  • Wifi

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Amtrak Pennsylvanian train coverage

Daily Trips
109
stations
17
cities
17
countries
1
  • United States

What travellers are saying about Amtrak Pennsylvanian

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Amtrak Pennsylvanian had to say about their travel experience.

Travelling During COVID-19

  • “They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
    86%

Onboard Experience

  • “The WiFi actually worked for the entire trip”
    83%
  • “I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
    85%
  • “Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
    93%
  • “The train got there on time.”
    92%
  • “Seats were really comfy and spacious”
    95%
  • “The train was almost suspiciously clean”
    94%

Amtrak Pennsylvanian reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Amtrak Pennsylvanian Based on 299 reviews

4.8

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Amtrak Pennsylvanian passenger reviews

  • Ivan18 September 2026Altoona – Trenton

    Pros It was good the train was full because of the day of the week I am handicapped I try to travel on a different day because it's better for me everyone is very nice and helpful thank you Cons Everything Is good Tips Everything was great on this trip just try to be early and pantson

  • Susan12 September 2026Pittsburgh – Tyrone

    Pros I love riding the train. I’ve taken 2 trips from Boston to Tyrone, then a trip from Boston to Orlando. For this trip once in Pittsburgh I wanted to visit family in Tyrone, so to do my trip the way I wanted to waste train from Pittsburgh to Tyrone. The mountains are beautiful. Leaves are starting to show signs of fall . Riding the train is peaceful and relaxing. You get to see the little towns along the way from a different perspective. Just a relaxing way to travel and not have to drive. Cons For me I have no complaints. Tips Think about riding the rails instead of flying or driving.

  • Ivan1 September 2026Trenton – Altoona

    Pros It was good because everyone was very nice I am handicapped and the help with my bag was very helpful your employees are very nice and professional thank you Cons No Tips No

  • Cheryl19 August 2026Pittsburgh – Exton

    Pros Comfortable and relaxing. Cons Conductor could have moved through the cars more often in case travelers have questions. I am hearing impaired and could not understand announcements made. Tips No

  • Michael19 August 2026Pittsburgh – Harrisburg

    Pros So relaxing and beautiful scenery Love the complimentary drinks. Cons Nothing

Amtrak Pennsylvanian Routes & Network

Amtrak Pennsylvanian’s train network features 222 train routes that connect 17 cities serving 17 stations. On average, Amtrak Pennsylvanian performs about 109 train trips every day. The top cities to which Amtrak Pennsylvanian offers the highest number of daily train service include Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

Top Cities Served by Amtrak Pennsylvanian
CityDaily TripsEarliest trainLatest train
Philadelphia125:5014:29
Pittsburgh95:5019:08
New York147:1015:56
Lancaster85:5013:23
Harrisburg95:5014:06
Altoona55:5016:51
Johnstown35:5017:16
Newark147:1015:56
Greensburg35:5018:14

Amtrak Pennsylvanian Cancellation Policy

All Amtrak Pennsylvanian tickets can be cancelled for a full refund within the first 24 hours after purchase. If more than 24 hours have passed, the cancellation policy and change fee structure for Amtrak bookings depend on the type of fare you purchased:

Saver Fare tickets: A 25% fee applies for any changes. If you cancel the trip, you will receive an eVoucher worth 75% of the original ticket price.

Value Fare tickets: No change fees and fully refundable up to 15 or more days before departure. If cancelled less than 14 days before departure, a 25% cancellation fee applies.

Flexible, Business and Premium Fare tickets: No change fees and fully refundable if cancelled or changed before departure.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable after the train has departed, so be sure to make your updates as soon as possible if your travel plans change.

If your Amtrak Pennsylvanian ticket is eligible for change or cancellation, you can do that by calling Amtrak’s customer service phone number at 1 (800) 872-7245. To cancel or change your booking online, simply go to www.amtrak.com and click on the “Modify Trip” tab in the upper right corner.

Wanderu also offers an affordable trip protection option by Allianz Global Assistance that you can purchase when booking your tickets. In addition to 24-hour assistance during your trip and coverage for lost or damaged baggage, trip protection can help you get your money back in case you need to cancel or change your trip. You can file a claim to have any Amtrak change or cancellation fees reimbursed if you cannot travel due to covered reasons such as illness, extreme weather, or required work shifts.

Amtrak Pennsylvanian Baggage Policy

Hand Luggage

  • One (1) personal item – max. weight: 25 lbs (12 kg), max. dimensions: 14 x 11 x 7 in (35 x 28 x 18 cm)

  • Two (2) cabin bags – max. weight: 50 lbs (23 kg), max. dimensions: 28 x 22 x 14 in (71 x 56 x 35 cm)

Additional Hand Luggage Rules:

  • Pushchairs and car seats do not count towards the hand luggage limit.

  • Overweight bags must be repacked so they are under 50 lbs. Boxes may be purchased at staffed stations to aid in repacking.

  • A $20 excess baggage fee will be charged for each cabin bag and personal item above the quantity and size limits. A maximum of two excess bags are permitted per passenger.

Checked Baggage

  • Two (2) items for free – max. weight: 50 lbs (23 kg), max. dimensions: 75 in / 191 cm (length + width + height)

  • Up to two (2) additional items: $20 fee per item

  • Oversized baggage (76-100 inches total): $20 fee per item

Not all Amtrak Pennsylvanian routes offer checked baggage service. Check ahead before travelling.

Additional Checked Baggage Rules:

  • Your luggage should be checked at least 45 minutes before the train departs.

  • ID tags are required for all luggage.

  • All luggage must be in containers that are suitable for transport (storage tubs and plastic bags are not allowed).

Special Items

  • Bicycles up to 50 lbs (23 kg) may be checked for $20.

  • Folding bikes (max 34 x 15.5 x 48 inches / 86 x 39 x 122 cm) can be carried on board for free.

  • Skis & snowboards count as checked baggage if under 50 lbs (23 kg) and 75 linear inches (191 cm).

  • Wheelchairs, walkers, and CPAP machines can be brought onboard for free.

For more information, check out Amtrak's Baggage Policy page.

Amtrak Pennsylvanian Train Guide & FAQs

Yes, Amtrak Pennsylvanian offers WiFi on their trains. Although most trips with Amtrak Pennsylvanian will have WiFi as advertised, some trains might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a film just to play it safe. Amtrak Pennsylvanian WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge-watch your favourite show.

Yes, there are power sockets onboard Amtrak Pennsylvanian trains. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbour might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power sockets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.

Since Amtrak Pennsylvanian might sometimes use replacement train vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend bringing a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

On a typical day, Amtrak Pennsylvanian has 109 scheduled train trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

No, Amtrak Pennsylvanian does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.

Yes, Amtrak Pennsylvanian requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the train. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.

Yes, there are bathrooms on Amtrak Pennsylvanian trains. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

Amtrak Pennsylvanian provides snacks to satisfy your hunger during your travels. Be sure to pack a credit card and some cash in case you get hungry.

Amtrak Pennsylvanian does not require a printed ticket to board the train. Instead, an eTicket is sent to you by email when you make your reservation. You can use your smartphone to show this eTicket to the ticketing agent as you board.

Amtrak Pennsylvanian goes the extra distance to deliver premium features to its customers.

Do you find yourself squished in a regular seat or just love having extra room to sprawl out? Well you’re in luck as Amtrak Pennsylvanian offers extra legroom seating. Since there is no standard of what extra legroom is, the extra space you get may vary between train lines, but getting extra is always good.

Yes, Amtrak Pennsylvanian allows minors 13-16 years of age to travel unaccompanied, with restrictions. Children aged 12 and under must travel with another person who is at least 18 years old.

Tickets for unaccompanied minors cannot be booked online and must be booked by calling Amtrak at +1 (800) 872-7245.

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With 109 trips per day on Amtrak Pennsylvanian, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter, and Amtrak Pennsylvanian tickets start at just SEK 59.46. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on Amtrak Pennsylvanian tickets?

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Pro travellers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by travelling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best coach and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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