Amtrak Fare Discount Extended For Virginia Service See AmtrakVirginia.com for details on Northeast Regional discount   RICHMOND & WASHINGTON, D.C. – Traveling by train between Virginia and points north is even more affordable this winter as Amtrak has extended its fare promotion on the Northeast Regional service – including the new Lynchburg route to and from the Northeast Corridor -- through March 31, 2010. Passengers who book now through March 17 for travel through March 31, 2010 may take advantage of a fare promotion which offers up to 25 percent off the lowest published coach fare on Northeast Regional service between Lynchburg, Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston. This discount comes at a time when most people are seeking more cost effective, simpler travel options during the busy holiday travel season, and the new Lynchburg train offers a great opportunity to let someone else do the driving. The average trip from Lynchburg to Washington, DC is faster by train than by car. The Lynchburg train is particularly attractive for college students attending the many colleges and universities along the I-81/Route 29 corridors for their trips to and from school during breaks. With a one-seat ride as far north as Boston, it’s the easy way to travel. Virginia stations include Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Culpeper, Manassas and Alexandria, with connecting service for VRE passengers at Burke Centre. On October 1, 2009, new daily roundtrip Northeast Regional service was launched from Lynchburg to major destinations in the Northeast Corridor, including Philadelphia, New York, Boston and more. Tickets are now available and may be booked at Amtrak.com. Upgrades to Business Class for Coach tickets purchased at this promotional price are not available. Seats are limited and fares are not available on all trains. The fares are not available for travel on November 24-25, November 28-30, December 17-23, December 26-30, January 3-4, February 12, and February 15. Other restrictions may apply. Sample one-way fares include $66 between Lynchburg and New York and $71 between Lynchburg and Boston. See amtrakvirginia.com/hotdeals.aspx for details. Reservations are required for travel and must be made at least 14 days in advance of travel. Tickets can be purchased at Amtrak.com or by calling 1-800-USA-RAIL. Go to AmtrakVirginia.com for the latest information on all Virginia routes, special deals and tourist destinations. About Amtrak Virginia Amtrak Virginia is a program developed by the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) and Amtrak to provide more rail travel choices in Virginia. With the addition of this new service, the train originates in Lynchburg for the first time ever. The new service promotes economic, tourism and environmental benefits. For reservations, visit Amtrak.com or call I-800-USA-RAIL. About Amtrak As the nation’s intercity passenger rail operator, Amtrak connects America in safer, greener and healthier ways. Last fiscal year (FY 2009), the railroad carried 27.2 million passengers, making it the second-best year in the company’s history. With 21,000 route miles in 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian provinces, Amtrak operates more than 300 trains each day—at speeds up to 150 mph—to more than 500 destinations. Amtrak also is the operator of choice for state-supported corridor services in 15 states and for four commuter rail agencies. Visit Amtrak.com or call 800-USA-RAIL for schedules, fares and more information. For More Information on Amtrak Service, Schedules, Reservations and Routes go to Amtrak.com or call 1-800-USA-RAIL.

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