Amtrak’s Auto Train | Bedroom Suite Review

Amtrak Auto Train

Dining

Train 53
Lorton, Virginia to Sanford, Florida
Bedroom Suite (Rooms B&C)
Car 5347 (Car 6)

Consist
830 GE P40DC Diesel Locomotive
821 GE P40DC Diesel Locomotive
34121 Superliner II Coach
34124 Superliner II Coach
34123 Superliner II Coach
34132 Superliner II Coach
37006 Superliner I Diner Lounge
32101 Superliner II Sleeping Car
32110 Superliner II Sleeping Car
32081 Superliner II Sleeping Car
32092 Superliner II Sleeping Car
32503 Superliner II Deluxe Sleeping Car
38047 Superliner II Dining Car
33101 Superliner I Lounge Car
32505 Superliner II Deluxe Sleeping Car
32089 Superliner II Sleeping Car
32075 Superliner II Sleeping Car
32108 Superliner II Sleeping Car
27 Auto Rack Cars

00:00 Intro
02:30 Check-In
04:50 Walking The Train
10:30 Room Tour
15:10 Inside The Train
22:25 Florida
26:30 Arrival
28:15 Final Thoughts

Thumbnail - Courtesy of Gregory Grice.

Music: Old School Soul - Rebecca Mandal

[Bostonn]

I love taking amtrak with my son. We have down a million times but recently started taking the train from DC to Tampa. THE SILVER STAR is such a great experience and adventure. We stock up on snacks being comfy bedding and have now done both coach and sleeper. I love amtrak! Amazing memories!

[blkbass]

My wife and I made the trip in Jan 2023. You accurately documented the entire experience. To avoid 800+ miles on I-95, Autotrain is well worth the cost.

[marlenedenton]

Cool ! I had no idea there was an auto train.

[horsefan]

I rode the Auto Train in 1976 coming back from Disney. We drove down from Northern Virginia and I guess my dad didn't want to drive all the way back. There were too many of us in one car. So, we got a double room and a triple room and I was on the top bunk. It was glorious! Best sleep I've ever gotten in my life and I was just a kid!

[bonniebates]

I've really been wanting to take a train trip. I appreciate you showing the inns and outs of it. Im quite claustrophobic, so it gave me a true look. Thank you.

[songsan]

This is the first Amtrak video out of dozens that I have seen that show and describe each of the trains outside and inside. Great job. For like $1, 500 that is a nice ride and bringing your car along.

[janncarden]

We’ve taken the Auto-Train many times and would do it again. I love that someone (over the intercom) describes locations of interest along the route. It’s not Japanese train elegance with meticulous attention to details and art but it’s a really pleasant, relaxing trip and you have the advantage of not having to drive that distance and having your car once you arrive.

[cherylboyanowski]

I took the auto train and stayed in coach. I brought my own food and plenty of drinks. I brought a pillow and I reclined both of my seats fully and was able to sleep peacefully. My entire trip cost me $600.

[mjam]

I took this ride in July 2021. I was driving from NY to Miami Florida. Decided to try the Auto Train. Drove from NY to Lorton VA. Stayed overnight in a hotel 2 minutes from the train station. There were a plethora of stores and restaurants within minutes from my hotel. Had a great meal and a great night's sleep. After a complimentary breakfast, went to the shopping center and got some snacks and a takeout lunch as well as a bottle of Irish whiskey for the trip. I was 3rd in line at 11:30. Glad I had lunch with me. It was hours before we left at 4:00 pm. Food is expensive at the train station. I booked a bedroom. It was small at first, but I got used to it pretty quick. I brought my DVD player as there is no entertainment on the train. I had a very good dinner. I met some interesting people. My bed was ready for me when I got back. The staff were fantastic. I did tip everyone. Thankful for the whiskey, I got a few hours' sleep. lol. It was rocking a lot. After a quick shower, a nice breakfast, I was on my way.

[NLPaynter]

I took Amtrak from Seattle to Santa Fe. I really enjoyed myself. The scenery was beautiful. The food was good and I met delightful people from New Zealand. So much fun!

[agentze]

The wife and I LOVE Amtrak travel, it's relaxing, and the meals and service are AWESOME. We've purchased coach, roomettes, and full sleepers with showers. Its hands down our preferred mode of travel. It is expensive, I can't lie, BUT if you want stress free, relaxing travel its worth it!

[karenjohnson]

It was a fantastic experience. I had accessible seating and it was top notch. Plenty of room for my legs and bags and the staff was so attentive to my needs. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.

[BerkeleyMelrose]

*Thanks for taking the time to post this and inform us w pricing and pros and cons…great video! would have loved to have seen some nature scenery along your journey but it was very informative!*

[fernhockaday]

I've never been on the auto train but have traveled many times on Amtrak, each time having a sleeper. The longest trip in which I had a bedroom was cross country from North Carolina with my destination being Sacramento. This trip was quite entertaining as well as educational for my children at the time especially having a park ranger board the train in Denver and explain various sights that we would see along the way. Thank you for sharing this video, I look forward to my next adventure on Amtrak!

[oxford]

If you're considering the Auto train please give it a try. I napped and ate and arrived feeling fine instead of exhausted and red eyed. Good food, great attendants, comfortable bed and a huge, sparkling clean shower in the morning. Can't wait to go again!

[Wolfgodmak]

I seriously love the snack bar prices on Amtrak, you are definitely getting your moneys worth on local or superliner travel. My favorite is the Cinnamon Roll, Angus Cheeseburger and candy lol. Rail travel turns me into a kid at heart.

[TheJunior]

My wife and I were at the Lorton station on October 23, 2021 and after we arrived in Sanford, shortly after we were at vehicle pick-up, it didn't take even half an hour to deliver the car to us. My wife and i like to travel in auto train is better than driving from East Orange, NJ to North Miami Beach, Fl

[Bunchmann]

So crazy growing up in lorton right next to the train station and even taking it one time, now seeing other people from out of state come up/down to enjoy it!

[shannonstewart]

Omg thanks for this. I'm so mad i already got my plane tickets lol. Shipping my Rover on enclosed transportation truck was $1900 and took two days. My plane ticket was $300 one way and still waited 2 days for truck transportation to arrive. Wish i had done this like you. I'D DEFINITELY do this thanks to you. Looked so freaking awesome💪

[debbiebjorklund]

What a classy way to travel.. My Dad did last year in '24, , and my man needs to go to Fla to watch after his 94yo Dad in June '25. I am totally paralyzed, w PPMS. Im only 60yo, w good health and mind, so thank you for showing me what its like.!. Riding Vicariously that .. ... Cheers 🎉