By Meredith Carey, Conde Nast Traveler; June 4, 2019
When we write Amtrak deals, we usually shy away from the ultra-long trips for one reason: they only apply to seats, for the most part, and no one wants to sit in an economy seat for an overnight train ride. (We repeat, no one.) But this summer, Amtrak is making cross-country train rides a lot more affordable—and most importantly, more comfortable for those who want to trade a seat for their very own sleeper cabin. In the latest fare sale for travel between August 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020, the railroad service is offering roomettes and bedrooms for two passengers, at the cost of a single ticket. And that ticket includes more than just a room: on most routes, delivered meals are included and you have the flexibility to wander around the train if you’d like to stretch your legs.