- When I took a 16-hour Amtrak from Portland to Sacramento, I packed two bags of items for the trip.
- I was thankful I packed plenty of snacks, water, and essential oils to make me feel more at home.
- I wish I had brought something to help with motion sickness, as well as a small padlock.
When I booked a sleeper car for my 16-hour Amtrak ride, I could choose a roomette, bedroom, bedroom suite, or accessible bedroom. I went with the roomette, which was the smallest sleeping accommodation, so I assumed I wouldn’t have much space for luggage.
With that in mind, I packed one rolling carry-on-sized bag and a smaller piece of luggage that could fit under a seat on a plane.
Here’s what I brought on my 16-hour Amtrak journey.
