<p>In the past Amtrak has had special offers for students travelling to look at colleges - something along the line of parent’s ticket was full price and kid’s ticket was half price. There also is an Amtrak student card that results in a 15% discount, and of course AAA members always have a discount. Check the current promotions at [Amtrak</a> - Deals](<a href=“http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer/Page/1237405732514/1237405732514]Amtrak”>http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer/Page/1237405732514/1237405732514) Something there might help you cut your costs even further.</p>
<p>Happy travels!</p>