Animal lovers, this is for you! Dogs and cats up to 20 pounds (combined weight of pet and carrier) are now welcome on Pacific Surfliner trains. It costs $29 or 1,000 Amtrak Guest Rewards points to make a pet reservation for the Pacific Surfliner.
NOTE: Pet reservations are not currently available for trips that include travel between Oceanside and Irvine. The temporary track closure in San Clemente has made it necessary to operate replacement bus service between the two stations, and the buses have limited space available. Only qualified service animals are allowed onboard. Pet reservations are still available for travel that does not include a bus segment, such as between San Diego and Oceanside or north of Irvine.
The Details:
- Five pet reservations are available per train (not including service animals), so book early
- One pet reservation per passenger
- Pet must be in a carrier at all times, and the carrier must be placed under your seat
- Available in Coach (not Business Class or the Café Car)
- Not available on Thruway bus connections
- Pets must be 8+ weeks old, not disruptive, and up to date on vaccinations
- Riders must sign a pet release prior to departure to confirm eligibility
- Pet ticket is fully refundable prior to departure and can be modified or cancelled by calling 800-USA-RAIL
- View complete program details at Amtrak.com/pets
How to Book:
- Select the train you’d like to ride
- Add your traveler details
- Proceed until you see the option to customize your trip
- Add a pet to your reservation for $29
- Contact 800-USA-RAIL if you need to modify your reservation
How About My Service or Comfort Animal?
The Pacific Surfliner welcomes qualified service animals onboard at no charge. Service animals are animals that have been trained to perform a specific task for a person with a disability. Please indicate that you are traveling with a service animal when making a reservation (select “Passenger with Disability” as the rider type). Animals that are strictly for emotional support or security are not considered service animals, but may be booked through the pet program. Learn more on Amtrak.com.
Pet-Friendly Trips
Many Pacific Surfliner destinations offer activities that both you and your furry friend will love. Visit our partners to learn more about activities to enjoy with your pet once you arrive.