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.

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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:This offer is valid for 15% off the regular (full) adult rail fare. This offer is valid for students between ages 13-25. This offer is valid for sale and travel between Dec. 31, 2021 – Dec. 31, 2023. Blackouts apply on the following dates: Nov. 22-23 and Nov. 26-28, 2022, Nov. 21-22 and Nov. 25-27, 2023. Seating is limited; seats may not be available on all trains on all days. Fares are subject to availability. This offer is valid for travel on the Capitol Corridor, San Joaquins, Pacific Surfliner, and associated Thruways; except not valid on the 7000-8999 Thruway series. This offer is valid for coach seats. Upgrade to Business Class is available upon full payment of applicable accommodation charges on Pacific Surfliner. In addition to the discount restrictions; this offer is also subject to any restrictions, blackouts and refund rules that apply to the type of fare purchased. Fares, routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. Once travel has begun; no changes to the itinerary are permitted. This offer is not combinable with any other discount offer. Cancellation fees may apply. Other restrictions may apply. Please refer to discount code V353. Amtrak is a registered service mark of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation. Capitol Corridor, San Joaquins, and Pacific Surfliner are registered service marks of the Joint Powers Authority.