Amtrak reserved coach seat???

Question

I will be traveling on amtack soon and I have a reserved coach seat ticket. How do I know where to sit? Can I sit anywhere I want?

Answer 1

The Conductor Or Car Attendant will tell you where to sit it my be open.

Answer 2

The guy above has no clue. When you buy a coach seat, you may sit anyplace in the coach. Be sure you are in the right coach. Ask the conductor standing buy the coach entrance.

Answer 3

your ticket should indicate which car and seat is reserved for you.  Similar to a major airline.

As the on-board train personnel when you get on board to help you find your seat.

Answer 4

Most Amtrak seating depends on which train you are actually on. Most seating, though, is on a first come, first serve basis. Depending on the route, you may be able to upgrade to business class, sleeping quarters, or quiet cars - you will need to check prior to your arrival.

Answer 5

It depends on the train and how busy the train is. If it's busy, somebody will hand you a card with a seat number just before you board the train. If it's not busy, then it's pretty much free seating. However, usually they'll still specify which car to use - sometimes long haul in one car and those going short distances in another car.

Don't worry - you will be directed to the correct part of the train before boarding.