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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5py7sr wrote

Reply to comment by Colt1911-45 in Happy Tuesdaily from the platform of Main Street Station. What’s the best spot to see the sunrise? by funkipus

Not OP but I did take the train last month and when I booked it was around $60 in total but if you book at the right time you can get a ticket for $16 and sometimes even as low as $12 per ticket so it can range from $24 to over $100 depending on when you book (how far out you book, the month, and the time of departure for the train all factor into the price in my experience)

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funkipus OP t1_j5qos8n wrote

Yep that’s been my experience. It would really be great if Amtrak could make the price structure more stable and commuter-oriented on these routes. $16 per leg is great. Though I wouldn’t balk if it was $20 if I knew it would be that price every time.

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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5qp19s wrote

Mine ended up with an increased price from what I originally paid because I didn’t want to stay as long as I originally planned. (Honestly I was fine with it though)

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5rh8y7 wrote

Even at 100 bucks, that's about what you would spend in gas if you drive a big SUV. Plus you don't have to be stressed from driving in that unpredictable NOVA traffic. I'm guessing there is a Metro station nearby in DC?

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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5rhgx0 wrote

Yes, there’s a good number of them and if I remember correctly one of the stations is located near or in Union station. (I didn’t take it last time because I wanted to walk around.) I happen to really like the train because I hate driving in general

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5rhpwh wrote

I'll have to check it out. It has been a long time since I have checked out the museums. Would make a nice 2 day trip.

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