Train trips can be great fun for the whole family, especially when you book a private room that has windows on both sides of the train. Called family bedrooms, you’ll find this private room option on Amtrak’s Superliner routes that are two-levels tall. Read on to find out if this room type is the best option for your trip.
Things to know about family bedrooms
- Family bedrooms are on the lower level
- Meals are included in ticket price
- Four people maximum occupancy (2 adults, 2 kids)
- No private bathroom (choose a regular bedroom for a private bathroom)
- Two of the four beds are only 5 feet long and intended for children up to age 12
Amtrak routes with family bedrooms
Explore Amtrak routes with family bedrooms to see where you can travel.
- Auto Train (requires vehicle transport)
- California Zephyr
- Coast Starlight
- Empire Builder
- Floridian
- Southwest Chief
- Sunset Limited
- Texas Eagle
More Information
- Amtrak routes with sleeper cars
- 5 best Superliner routes for families
- Amtrak roomette vs bedroom vs family bedroom
Photo by Jack Snell, Superliner train (Creative Commons License BY-ND 2.0)
Last updated December 2025
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