Passenger Discount for Military Veterans

Veterans of the United States Military with valid military veteran identification card receive a 10% discount on the lowest available rail fare on most Amtrak trains. Veterans must have served in one of the following branches:

  • Army
  • Navy
  • Air Force
  • Marine Corps
  • Coast Guard
  • NOAA Corps*
  • Space Force
  • U.S. Public Health Service*
  • U.S. Merchant Marine*

*Commissioned officers only

Discount Limitations

  • The veteran discount does not apply to non-Acela Business class, First class or sleeping accommodation. These upgrades are permitted upon payment of the full accommodation charges.
  • The veteran discount is not valid for travel on certain Amtrak Thruway connecting services.
  • The veteran discount is not valid on the Canadian portion of services operated jointly by Amtrak and VIA Rail Canada.
  • The veteran discount may not be combinable with other discount offers; refer to the terms and conditions for each offer.
  • Additional restrictions may apply.

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