Make every ride more rewarding
As an Amtrak Guest Rewards member, the more you ride the better it gets. Earn points when you ride and participate with our partners, then redeem them for valuable rewards like free Amtrak® travel and more.
Benefits Overview
Whether you're new to the program or a well-traveled member, Amtrak Guest Rewards has a program tier to enhance your Amtrak experience. By earning TQPs Tier Qualifying Points throughout a calendar year, you'll qualify for more points, more perks, and more rewards like free Amtrak travel.
Tier Qualifying Points (TQPs) earned in a calendar year count toward your tier and are earned by traveling on Amtrak and during special promotions.| Member | Select | Select Plus | Select Executive | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier Qualifying Points | Up To 4,999 | 5,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| Earn 2 points for every $1 spent on Amtrak travel | ||||
| Earn points with our partners | ||||
| Point bonus on Amtrak trips | 25% | 50% | 100% | |
| Priority phone number for reservations and service | ||||
| Rule Buster redemptions | ||||
| Access to special events | ||||
| Access to ClubAcela®, Amtrak Metropolitan LoungeSM, First class lounges and United Club locations | ||||
| Annual Buy points limits | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | UNLIMITED |
| Annual Share points limits | 100,000 | 100,000 | 100,000 | UNLIMITED |
| Annual Transfer points limits | 50,000 | 50,000 | UNLIMITED | |
| Select Executive Earned Upgrades | ||||
| Learn More | Learn More | Learn More | Learn More |
Ways to earn points
Earn Amtrak Guest Rewards points by traveling with us and with a variety of program partners.
- Earn 2 points for every dollar spent on Amtrak travel—100-point minimum on each trip, no matter the price
- Earn 500 points with each qualifying Acela® Business class trip or 750 points for each qualifying First class trip you take between select city pairs. Terms and conditions apply.
- Point-earning opportunities with a wide variety of hotel, car rental and retail partners
- Everyday earning with hundreds of retailers when you shop our online shopping mall—Points for Shopping
Ways to Redeem Points
Redeeming your points is as simple as earning them with Amtrak Guest Rewards. Redeem for:
- Free Amtrak travel, starting at 1,500 points
- Hotel stays, as low as 5,000 points
- Car rentals, starting at 6,000 points
- Gift cards to your favorite retailers and restaurants, including Macy's®, Barnes & Noble®, Ruth's Chris Steak House and more starting at 6,000 points