Students ages 25 and younger can enjoy a 15% savings on Pacific Surfliner trips year-round. Study, read, sleep or just enjoy the beautiful scenery on the way to great destinations in Southern California, including San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and more. With onboard Wi-Fi, power outlets and bike racks, the train is a smart way for students to travel.

Here's how to take advantage of the California Everyday Discount for students:


Via the booking widget

Use the booking widget to explore options and prices. Select your starting and ending stations, and check that "Student" is selected in the promo code dropdown menu. Make sure "Adult" is selected as the passenger type.

Book now

Via the Amtrak website

Select “Adult” as your passenger type, then enter V353 into the promotion code field. You can also call 800-USA-RAIL, or visit a staffed station and refer to Discount Code V353.

OFFER TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Valid for 15% discount on full adult rail fare only. This offer is valid for students between ages 13-25. No advance purchase required. Valid on Capitol Corridor, Pacific Surfliner, San Joaquins, and Associated Thruways only (except not valid on 7000-8999 Thruway series). Blackout Dates: Nov 26-27, Nov 30-Dec 2, 2024, and Nov 25-26, Nov 29-Dec 1, 2025. Upgrade to business class is available upon full payment of applicable accommodation charges on Pacific Surfliner. Not combinable with any other discount offer. Seating is limited & may not be available on all trains at all times. Fares are subject to availability. Subject to any restrictions, blackouts, and refund rules that apply to the type of fare purchased. Routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. Once travel has begun, no changes to the itinerary are permitted. Other restrictions may apply. Please refer to discount code V353. AMTRAK, Capitol Corridor, Pacific Surfliner, and San Joaquins are registered service marks of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.