For those participants coming from the southeast, consider taking Amtrak's Auto-Train up from Sanford, FL to Lorton, VA, a 2.5 hour drive from our starting point in Staunton, VA.

The train departs at 4pm in the afternoon your car MUST be on board before 3pm.  No cars are accepted after that time.  The trip itself takes a little over 16 hours and will have you arriving in Virginia around 9:00 in the morning on June 19th.  The Amtrak station in Lorton, VA is approximately a two-hour drive from our starting point in Staunton, VA so you'll have plenty of time to make your way to Staunton in time for our kick-off get-together that evening.

The price of your ticket includes dinner on the train the night of departure and breakfast the following morning.

If you have never travelled on the auto train, I highly recommend it. It is a unique experience.

Amtrak's Auto Train Requirements: PLEASE READ!!!

1. Cars MUST have 4 inches of ground clearance.  Stock MINIs meet the requirement, but MINIs that have been lowered may not comply.
2. Vehicles with temporary luggage racks, bicycle racks or luggage/bicycles loaded on the roof will NOT be accepted.
3. Animals are NOT allowed aboard the Auto Train except for trained service animals accompanying passengers with disabilities.  Animals are not allowed to remain in passenger's cars.
4. Passengers may NOT access their cars once they are on the train.  Carry anything you NEED with you in a carry-on bag.
5. A limited number of spaces are available to carry small enclosed trailers.  Call Amtrak at 1-877-SKIP-I-95 (1-877-754-7495) for more information.