To thank the customers who  helped set a ridership record of 31.6 million passengers in Fiscal Year 2013, Amtrak is offering 31 percent off companion rail travel, allowing passengers to share the experience with family and friends.

To take advantage of this discount, passengers must purchase tickets between Oct. 15 through Oct. 21, for travel Oct. 22 through Dec. 12.

The discount is available on regular full adult fares with qualifying adult companion traveling on the same itinerary with tickets issued together. This offer is valid on coach seats on select trains. Blackout dates of Nov. 26, 27, 30 and Dec. 1 apply. Other restrictions apply. For promotion details, visit Amtrak.com.

To view a complete list of current Amtrak promotions, visit the Deals tab at Amtrak.com.