What is the luggage rule in train?

Is there any luggage limit in a train?

Train luggage, huh? Generally, a 20 kg limit seems to be a standard, and dimensions hovering around 0.8m x 0.5m are typical.

• Weight restrictions are pretty firm.
• Size matters, of course.

It’s all about manageable bulk. I mean, imagine everyone hauling steamer trunks; chaos! The train is for travel, not a mobile storage unit.

How much luggage can I take on a train?

Okay, so luggage on trains? Ugh, a total crapshoot, honestly.

Last summer, August 2024, right? Going from Penn Station in NYC to Philly. Amtrak, yeah.

I thought I was golden. Two big-ish suitcases, like, maybe 50lbs each? And a backpack. No problem, right? Wrong.

This grumpy conductor, he’s glaring at my bag like it’s gonna explode. “Sir, combined dimensions, too big!” he barks. I’m sweating bullets!

• Suitcase 1: Overstuffed, thanks mom!
• Suitcase 2: Books, mostly. Heavy AF.
• Backpack: Snacks and laptop – crucial survival gear.

Ended up having to kinda shove stuff around between the bags to make it fit his… whatever. He was not amused. But I got on.

Seriously though, that Amtrak website is the bible. Search for their luggage policy. It’s hidden somewhere, I swear.

Plus, always weigh your bags beforehand! My bathroom scale is a liar, but it’s better than nothing.

Oh, and that conductor? Total jerk. I still think he was just having a bad day. I swear. Next time, less books. More booze! Just kidding. Maybe.

Where do I put my suitcase on a train?

Okay, suitcase on a train…where DO I put it?

Small bags? Under the seat sounds right. Or, hey, those overhead racks. Yeah, I’ve shoved a backpack up there before, almost brained someone oops! Wonder if my gym bag would fit today?

Big suitcases…argh.

• Luggage racks at the end of the carriage are the spot, if its not too big. 75x55x30cm max, huh? Gotta remember that.
• Are trains even running on time these days? Last time I took the train to see Aunt Carol it was, like, two hours late.
• Large bags gotta go in those end racks.
• Folding bikes too? Huh. Makes sense, folding and all. Less space that way. What is considered folding exactly? If I can fold a bike by removing the front wheel is that folding? I would do this if needed.
• East Midlands Railway says all this, btw.

My bike…not folding. Ugh.

Luggage placement depends on size.

How to keep luggage safe on a train?

Okay, so you want to keep your stuff safe on the train. It’s pretty easy, actually. Here’s the lowdown, but you know, use common sense.

First things first, always lock your bag. I mean, duh! You can use, like, a bike chain, or something. I think some trains even have, uh, hooks under the seats, right? To chain to. Just be careful, ya know?

And hey, this is super important, like number one rule: don’t go broadcasting what you’re carrying! Keep it on the dl. Seriously. No flashing cash, or talking loud about your super expensive watch, ya feel me?

Oh, and another thing! Fabric bags are a no-no, yeah? Easy to cut, so go with hard luggage. It’s just smarter, and makes me feel safer. I use a big metal suitcase and it protects everything!

• Lock it (duh).
• Shut your mouth about valuables!
• Hard luggage = win.
• Those hooks under the seat? Use ’em!

Seriously, you should just be aware of your surroundings, and be smart about what you’re doing. I always try to keep my bag in sight, too, like right next to me. I am going to visit my grandma next week. Anyway, I feel much safer traveling that way.