These are the carry on luggage and checked luggage guidelines for Amtrak. Other rail systems may have other restrictions on luggage.

The Amtrak limits are generously set however do not exceed the luggage limit as they are strictly enforced!

Carry-On Luggage: luggage you bring onboard with you.

2 Piece Limit: Each passenger may bring aboard two pieces of carry-on luggage. Not included in this limit are briefcases, purses, laptops, and infant paraphernalia such as strollers, diaper bags and car seats.

50-Pound Limit: Each carry-on luggage piece may weigh no more than 50 lbs.
Size Limit: Each carry-on luggage piece may not exceed 28 x 22 x 14 inches in size.

Special Items: Ski equipment, snowboards, golf clubs and bicycles may generally only be handled as checked baggage on Amtrak trains. Items are permitted onboard when they can be safely stowed in the exterior lockers of Superliner equipment, or onboard equipment that is specifically designed to safely and securely accommodate the storage of the items.

Checked Baggage

Three-Piece Limit: Each ticketed passenger may check up to three pieces of luggage at no charge. You may also check up to three additional pieces upon payment of $10.00 per piece.
 
50-Pound Limit: Each checked bag may weigh no more than 50 lbs. We will not accept heavier pieces.

Size Limit: Each checked bag may not exceed 28 x 22 x 14 inches in size.

Suitable Bags: Please be sure to pack your baggage using sturdy luggage or containers that are capable of withstanding normal handling. Please note that we do not accept plastic storage containers, lightweight suit bags, and other similar items as checked baggage.

Baggage Tags: Attach your name and address to each item. Free identification tags are available at stations or from crew members, or you may use your own.