A ‘Harry Potter’ Amtrak Is Riding the Rails—Here’s Where to Find It

Muggles will find four Northeast Corridor trains dedicated to “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”

You don’t have to head to Platform 9 ¾ for a chance to ride the Hogwarts Express. From April 28 through June 25, four specially wrapped Amtrak locomotives will power Northeast Regional service operating on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) between Washington, D.C., and Boston. Amtrak is the official rail transportation partner for the Broadway show “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” now playing at the Lyric Theatre in New York City, and this partnership will allow Amtrak Guest Rewards members to redeem points for tickets to the show.

“The eye-catching train wrap features the show’s iconic logo along with  Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Draco Malfoy, and the next generation of wizards: Albus Potter, Scorpius Malfoy, and Rose Granger-Weasley,” according to a statement from Amtrak. “The swirling clock will give you visions of time travel as you ride through the illustrious landscapes of the NEC. While this train won’t be stopping at Platform 9 ¾, you’ll be sure to have a magical journey on the NEC.”

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How to use Amtrak Guest Rewards points to see “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”

As part of the collaboration with the show and Audience Rewards, the official rewards program for Broadway, Amtrak Guest Rewards members will be able to earn (and redeem points) when they purchase tickets for “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” It’s free to sign up for Amtrak Guest Rewards so it’s really a no-brainer.

The benefits of Amtrak Guest Rewards membership don’t stop there. “Members enjoy exclusive benefits and an overall enhanced travel experience, both on and off the train. Members can earn points towards Amtrak reward travel, hotels, car rentals, upgrades, gift cards, and more,” per the company.

Looking to plan a family train trip this summer? Amtrak has dozens of different train routes covering the northeastern territory that are ideal for families. Tour through the cities that shaped American history, romp through nature, or experience art and culture in a newfangled way. Passengers aged 2 to 12 receive a half-off discount when traveling with fare-paying adults and infants under 2 ride free—one discounted ticket per one full-price ticket.