Everyday Discounts

 
In addition to a variety of promotions and special offers, NC By Train offers a variety of everyday discounts.

• North Carolina state employees traveling on the Carolinian and Piedmont receive a 15 percent discount for travel within North Carolina.
• Groups with 3-8 passengers can save with the Share Fare​​​.
• Children 2-12 years old ride half-price every day. Infants under 2 ride free.
• College students​ can save 15 percent on tickets purchased a day before traveling.
• Seniors 65 and over are eligible to receive a discount on some routes.
• Veterans of the United States military receive a 10 percent discount​.
• Active-duty U.S. military personnel, their spouses and dependents are can receive a 10 percent discount off most Amtrak rail fares.
• Discounts are available to passengers with disabilities and up to one traveling companion.
• National Association of Railroad Passengers members save 10 percent.*

*Tickets must be booked at least three days in advance of travel to use discount.

Information on current special promotions is also available on Amtrak's website.