FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan.

13, 2014

ATK-14-007 Contact: Christina Leeds 202 906.3860 mediarelations@amtrak.com

AMTRAK WINTER-SPRING TIMETABLE NOW AVAILABLE

New schedule effective beginning Jan. 13
WASHINGTON The winter-spring Amtrak System Timetable, effective with departures beginning today, is now available and includes minor schedule changes. Explore the timetable to plan Amtrak train travel and take advantage of special deals and promotions today. Choose from SmartFares, limited-time offers, USA and California rail passes and everyday discounts for AAA members, students, military, seniors, children and more. The magazine-style booklet, printed bi-annually, is available in stations and can be ordered and viewed online at Amtrak.com. In addition, passengers can get Amtrak schedule information by calling 1-800-USA-RAIL or on the Amtrak iPhone, Android or Windows apps. The timetable cover features a painting of the Coast Starlight at the San Luis Obispo, Calif., station done by Amtrak Assistant Superintendent of Road Operations Eric Smith. It is on display at the new Los Angeles Union Station Metropolitan Lounge available to Amtrak sleeping car passengers, Pacific Surfliner business class passengers and Amtrak Guest Rewards members (Select Plus and Select Executive levels).
About Amtrak Amtrak is Americas Railroad, the nations intercity passenger rail service and its high-speed rail operator. Amtrak and its state and commuter partners move people, the economy and the nation forward. Formally known as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak is governed by a nine member board of directors appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Anthony R. Coscia is board chairman and Jeffrey R. Moreland is vice chairman. In FY 2013, a record 31.6 million passengers traveled on Amtrak on more than 300 daily trains at speeds up to 150 mph (241 kph) that connect 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian Provinces. Enjoy the journey at Amtrak.com or call 800-USA-RAIL for schedules, fares and more information. Like us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter (@Amtrak) and check out our blog at blog.amtrak.com.

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