With the equipment shortages, Amtrak has jacked up fares. That is particularly true of segments within long distance runs that might occupy space that blocks sales of a higher fare trip.For several years I have been booking a roomette to GSC. (Yes, I know it's a waste of money). Last month I paid $267 each way. Now, no matter what date I check, it's $518 each way, I have never seen that before - the prices always varied by date. I will drive.
Any thoughts on this high and rigid fare?
Example: on Sunday, December 10th, a roomette PDX > SEA on Train 14 is shown as $165 for a 183-mile trip. That same roomette EUG > PDX is shown as $394 for a 124-mile trip. A EUG > SEA trip is $450. They are trying to keep the 124-mile trip from blocking sales of the 307-mile trip.