- I took a 30-hour Amtrak train traveling from New York City to Miami in October 2021.
- I booked a $500 roomette, a private cabin with two beds, a toilet, and basic amenities.
- At around 20 square feet, I thought my cabin made impressive use of a tiny space.
My first overnight train journey was a 30-hour ride on an Amtrak Viewliner from New York City to Miami in October 2021.
I booked the cheapest private cabin I could find — an Amtrak roomette for $500.
The 22.75-square-foot cabin contained two beds, a toilet, and basic amenities. Thanks to clever storage hacks, it felt like a tiny hotel room with no unused space.
See inside the most affordable Amtrak ride in a private cabin.
