If you're considering an overnight Amtrak trip with sleeping accommodations, there are several routes to choose from. Most people prefer the mountain and desert scenery in the western half of the United States, but there are also overnight routes east of Chicago. To start planning your trip, here are the best (and most scenic) Amtrak … Continue reading 5 best Amtrak sleeper car routes
Trains on the Amtrak Cascades route travel between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. multiple times each day. Total trip time is about four hours. In comparison, drive time is 2.5 hours and flight time is about one hour. Here are the things you need to know when planning your trip. This website is reader supported and … Continue reading Seattle to Vancouver by train
For a unique day trip from Philadelphia, book tickets on Amtrak for a rail adventure. Kids and adults will enjoy sights and attractions in nearby cities, including theme parks, boat rides, museums and historic sites. To start planning your getaway, here are the best Amtrak day trips from Philadelphia. For current train schedules and prices, … Continue reading 9 best Amtrak day trips from Philadelphia
Two Amtrak routes depart New York City and travel to Niagara Falls: Empire Service and Maple Leaf. Both routes depart from New York Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan and travel through the Hudson River Valley. The scenery is beautiful and you'll spend 9.5 hours on the train before arriving at the Amtrak station in Niagara … Continue reading New York City to Niagara Falls by train
For a rail adventure and change a scenery, plan a day or overnight train trip from Minneapolis. You can board Empire Builder trains in downtown St. Paul (view map) and travel through the Rocky Mountains, to the Pacific Northwest, and to cities big and small. To get started, here are the best Amtrak trips from … Continue reading 12 best Amtrak trips from Minneapolis
The Sunset Limited travels through the U.S. South and Southwest and has a variety of scenery that you can enjoy from your seat. There are also interesting sights and cultural experiences near many stations if you want to get off the train and explore. Here are the 10 best attractions along the Sunset Limited route … Continue reading 10 attractions on the Sunset Limited route to plan a trip around
If you're ready to get out and explore, consider an Amtrak trip from St. Louis. Missouri River Runner, Lincoln Service and Texas Eagle trains stop at the Gateway Transportation Center and travel to destinations near and far. Several day trips are doable or travel overnight to Texas, Arizona and California. To view your options, here … Continue reading 12 best Amtrak trips from St. Louis
California is a big state. Two of the biggest cities, Los Angeles and San Francisco, are almost 400 miles apart with a drive time of over six hours and flight time of 1.5 hours. A 12-hour train ride is also an option, which might save you some money (plus you'll have stunning ocean views along … Continue reading Los Angeles to San Francisco by train
There's more to the Empire Builder than just amazing scenery. There are many interesting places and unique attractions near stations on the route that you can plan a trip around. To get started, here are the 10 best stops for tourists. Be sure to book tickets for each segment of your trip and reserve lodging … Continue reading 10 best stops on the Empire Builder route
Two Amtrak routes travel from Chicago to New York City: Lake Shore Limited and the Cardinal. Both are long-distance routes with sleeping accommodations -- you'll spend a night on the train. Coach seats are also available and are less expensive. To start planning your trip, here's what you need to know about each option. This … Continue reading Chicago to New York City by train
If you live in New York City and need a change a scenery, or are visiting and want to explore the surrounding area, Amtrak is a great option for a day trip. Many Amtrak trains stop at New York Penn Station, so you can easily visit a variety of destinations from big cities to coastal … Continue reading 15 best Amtrak day trips from NYC
The Southwest Chief is one of Amtrak's long-distance routes that travels in the western half of the United States. There's a variety of scenery you can view from the train, including farmlands, mountains and deserts, but to make your trip even more interesting, you can get off the train and check out some amazing sights … Continue reading 10 attractions on the Southwest Chief route to plan a trip around
The Crescent, Carolinian and Piedmont Amtrak routes stop in Charlotte each day and can take you to destinations across the eastern United States. Piedmont trains only travel in North Carolina while the Crescent and Carolinian are longer routes that can take you as far north as New York City. Only the Crescent has sleeper cars, … Continue reading 12 best Amtrak trips from Charlotte, NC
Boston uniquely has three Amtrak stations. One is in downtown Boston, one is in the North End and the other is in Back Bay. They are within two miles of each other, so all stations offer easy access to Boston transportation, attractions and businesses. To determine which Boston station is best to use, see recommendations … Continue reading Boston Amtrak stations: Which station is best?
The Cardinal and Lake Shore Limited are two of Amtrak's long-distance routes that travel between Chicago and New York City. Trains on both routes have sleeper cars, coach cars, a café car and WiFi, but are otherwise very different. The Cardinal only operates three days each week and has many more stops -- so if … Continue reading Cardinal vs Lake Shore Limited
With over 500 Amtrak stations to choose from, there are many places to visit across the United States. You can travel to beaches, mountains, ski resorts, national parks and many cities big and small. Some of these cities have stations in walkable areas so you can step off the train and immediately experience the unique … Continue reading 30 best cities to visit on Amtrak
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkxMawhT4xs Eight Amtrak routes travel to and from New England (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut). Most are used for commuting or regional travel. The exception is the long-distance Lake Shore Limited trains, which travel between Boston and Chicago. The Acela, Northeast Regional and Vermonter also travel longer distances -- you can … Continue reading New England Amtrak Routes
Regional and long-distance Amtrak trains travel along or near the West Coast of the United States. It's easy to reach major cities from San Diego to Seattle, and there are five routes that travel cross-country to either Chicago or New Orleans. See the list of West Coast Amtrak routes below to learn more. *Long-distance trains … Continue reading West Coast Amtrak Routes
If you're planning a trip to Florida and want to visit multiple cities, Amtrak travel can be cheaper and easier than flying or renting a car. Travel between Orlando and Miami is especially popular, and there are two Amtrak routes to choose from when booking your tickets. Here's what you need to know. Distance and … Continue reading Orlando to Miami by train
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AojJvQuOQQo Two Amtrak train routes stop in Philadelphia and travel to Florida: the Silver Meteor and the Silver Star. It's easy overnight trip with a departure from the 30th Street Station in downtown Philly. As a bonus, trains have WiFi and are almost always on time as they originate in New York City (just three … Continue reading Philadelphia to Florida by train
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