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If you’re traveling to Miami on either the Silver Star or Silver Meteor route you are allowed checked bags. You are permitted a total of four checked bags under 50 pounds each where the first two are free. On top on the checked bags, you are allowed two smaller personal items under 25 pounds and two carry-on bags that cannot exceed 50 pounds each.

Both of the Silver Service routes have free Wi-Fi on board so one can stay connected during the trip. The connection is limited to basic use and online searches, however it’s a way for passengers to be able to work while on-board or use computers if they wish during their trip to Miami. Furthermore, if you’re traveling in either a sleeping car or in coach, all rooms and seats are provided with electrical outlets.

The dining options available vary depending on the class you’re in and the type of reservation. The sleeping car passengers are offered room service with hot, ready-to-serve meals and beverages. As for the passengers traveling in coach, they have access to Amtrak’s Café service where they can purchase a variety of beverages and snacks during the trip down to Miami.

Yes, small cats and dogs are allowed on both of the Silver Services that transit the route down to Miami. However, there are certain limitations. The dog or cat must be in a pet carrier provided by the passenger and cannot weigh more than 20 pounds including the carrier. You will be charged an extra fee to travel with a pet and the pet and pet carrier are considered one piece of the carry-on baggage allowed.

The train journey from New York to Miami takes 28h 38m on average and covers a distance of 1,094 miles.

Amtrak is the only train operator serving this route.