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Silver Meteor / Palmetto

  • New York
  • Washington, DC
  • Charleston
  • Savannah
  • Jacksonville
  • Orlando
  • Tampa / Miami
Up to 28 + hours Daily Departure

Welcome aboard the Silver Meteor and Palmetto — a journey between exciting Northeast cityscapes, the Deep South’s Civil War history, and the sights and sounds of Florida’s beaches, cities and family attractions. Onboard, you will witness scenery not accessible by other modes of transportation while experiencing the unique comfort and relaxation of rail travel.

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Silver Meteor / Palmetto

First Class Private Rooms on the Silver Meteor

Roomettes, Bedrooms and Accessible Bedrooms offer seating by day and comfortable berths by night. Each room offers linens, towels, pillows, temperature controls, electrical outlets and access to a private restroom and shower. Meal service is offered as a complimentary benefit for First Class customers on the Silver Meteor. Plus, your dedicated First Class attendant is on hand to assist with meals and luggage, provide turndown service, and share great stories of life on the rails.

Business Class on the Palmetto

Enjoy an enhanced travel experience in Business Class on the Palmetto and you'll get reserved seating and access to exclusive amenities such as a fully refundable ticket if canceled prior to departure, 25% point bonus for Amtrak Guest Rewards members, seating in a dedicated car, leather seats with extra legroom with footrests and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages.

Onboard Dining Options

Traditional dining is offered to all private room customers and a limited number of Coach customers on the Silver Meteor, featuring seasonal menus with a variety of entree selections. Cafe service is also offered on the Silver Meteor and Palmetto — with a variety of meals, snacks and beverages for sale.

Capitol Limited Merging with Silver Star

 

Amtrak’s East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Project in New York requires closing one tunnel tube at a time to safely and efficiently conduct modernization work, resulting in minor capacity limits on train operations in this area. As a result, Amtrak has temporarily combined the Capitol Limited and Silver Star trains to create the Floridian, which will run between Chicago and Miami via Washington, DC.

Enjoy a fantastic fusion of the old and new South, from antebellum homes and Civil War sites to bustling modern metroplexes. Dig your toes into sandy beaches, shade yourself under grand magnolias or gaze at gators in coastal mangroves. Catch the thrills in Orlando or kick up your heels in Little Havana. Experience the region’s quintessential charms and flavors to create your own blend of Southern comfort.

“We travel, some of us forever, to seek other states, other lives, other souls.” — Anaïs Nin

Features & Amenities

Amenities vary by train.

Downloadable menus are updated regularly, but menu items and prices are subject to change and may be different from what is available onboard.

Take your small dog or cat along with you on the train. Before you go, learn more about the types of pets allowed, pet reservations and fares, approved pet carriers and additional details.

See the Complete Pet Program Guidelines

Route Highlights

Charleston, South Carolina

Discover the city that consistently earns accolades for its warm Southern hospitality and hot dining scene. Stroll in the shadows of elegant city homes or visit sprawling antebellum plantations. Support centuries of artistic culture and traditions at City Market.

Listen for the echoes of the Civil War at Fort Sumter. Visit Sullivan’s Island for sand, shopping and shrimp and grits.

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Savannah, Georgia

Step back in time amid stately mansions and magnificent magnolias. Ride a horse-drawn carriage along the cobblestone streets of the Historic District. Stop to sample the sights, sounds and tastes of City Market and the shops and galleries that have found new homes in old cotton warehouses on River Street.

Enjoy sandy beaches, forts, biking and kayaking on Tybee Island.

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Tampa, Florida

Soak up the sun on the Gulf Coast’s sugar white sand beaches. Kayak or sail on Tampa Bay. Search for dolphins and manatees. Play a round on world-class golf courses or play around at Busch Gardens. Grab your sunglasses and walking shoes for hours of amusement amid the museums, attractions and people watching on the Riverwalk.

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Orlando, Florida

From the Magic Kingdom to the global tastes of Epcot to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Orlando is a playground for young and old alike. Laugh with the dolphins at Sea World or safari among the giraffes in the Animal Kingdom.

For truly out-of-this-world exploration, hop in your car for an hour’s drive to Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center.

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Miami, Florida

Color calls out from every corner of Miami, from the brilliant blues and greens of its ocean and bay waters to the pastel punch and bright neons of South Beach and its Art Deco District.

Explore the city’s diverse neighborhoods, from the architecture, fashion and art of the Design District to the bohemian flair of Coconut Grove and the zesty Cuban food and music of Little Havana.

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