I upgraded to first class on Amtrak. Here are 12 things that surprised me about the $273 trip.NEWS | 03 April 2025The author took a trip from NYC to Baltimore in a first-class Amtrak Acela car and was surprised by a few things.
The author took a trip from NYC to Baltimore in a first-class Amtrak Acela car and was surprised by a few things. Joey Hadden/Business Insider
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When I traveled from New York City to Baltimore by train in 2022, I wanted a slice of luxury. That's why I booked a first-class ticket on an Amtrak Acela train.
My ticket cost $273 and included meal service and access to the Metropolitan Lounge at NYC's Penn Station.
From booking my ticket to taking the journey, several things surprised me about the two-and-a-half-hour trip.
It didn't feel as luxurious as I thought it would, and ultimately, I thought the perks weren't worth the higher price tag.Author: Joey Hadden. Source
