Glacier National Park is one of the easiest destinations to reach via Amtrak train. There are three train stations that provide easy access to the park (all on the Empire Builder route), each with different amenities and lodging experiences. To help with your decision, here's what you need to know about each. This website is … Continue reading Amtrak to Glacier National Park
Amtrak Stations in California
Keystone Service vs Northeast Regional
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhGNglF7dM8 Amtrak's Keystone Service and Northeast Regional routes are predominantly used as regional commuter trains in the Northeast United States. Both also travel between Philadelphia and New York City -- but that's where the commonalities end. Keystone Service primarily travels east and west, connecting cities in Pennsylvania with New Jersey and New York City. On … Continue reading Keystone Service vs Northeast Regional
New York City to Florida by train
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m94zbjZ4D9I As of 2025, the Silver Meteor is the only Amtrak route that travels to Florida from New York City. Miami is the final destination, but there are many other Florida Amtrak stations to choose from. Here's what you need to know when planning your trip. Note: this website is created by train travel advocates … Continue reading New York City to Florida by train
Acela vs Northeast Regional
Acela is Amtrak's high-speed route that travels between Washington D.C. and Boston. Trains stop at some of the same stations as the Northeast Regional, so you might have the option to choose between these two routes when booking your tickets. So how are they different? The key thing to know is that Acela tickets are … Continue reading Acela vs Northeast Regional
Coast Starlight vs Amtrak Cascades
The Coast Starlight and Amtrak Cascades routes travel along the beautiful Pacific Northwest coast. But that's where the similarities end. The Coast Starlight is a long-distance train with a sleeper car and sightseer lounge while the Amtrak Cascades is a European-designed train that travels a shorter distance (and into Canada). Learn more about the differences … Continue reading Coast Starlight vs Amtrak Cascades
Empire Builder vs California Zephyr
The Empire Builder and the California Zephyr are two of Amtrak's most popular routes. Both travel in the western half of the United States through the Rocky Mountains. The main difference is that the California Zephyr has more (and better) mountain scenery as it travels through the Colorado Rockies and Sierra Nevada. The Empire Builder, … Continue reading Empire Builder vs California Zephyr
Coast Starlight vs Pacific Surfliner
The Coast Starlight and Pacific Surfliner are California's two coastal Amtrak routes. Both provide stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and stop in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. But that's where the similarities end. The Pacific Surfliner route is much shorter than the Coast Starlight and can be used to commute between cities in Southern … Continue reading Coast Starlight vs Pacific Surfliner
Southwest Chief vs California Zephyr
The Southwest Chief and California Zephyr are two of Amtrak's long-distance routes. Both travel between Chicago and California, but the scenery is very different. The Southwest Chief has more desert landscapes and the California Zephyr has more mountain views. Additionally, the Southwest Chief is a shorter route and starts/ends in Los Angeles while the California … Continue reading Southwest Chief vs California Zephyr
10 best Midwest Amtrak trips
Visit lakes, museums, breweries and more with an Amtrak trip to the Midwest.
10 best train trips from Dallas
Everything is bigger in Texas, including train travel. Amtrak’s longest route (the Texas Eagle) stops in the city daily along with multiple Trinity Railway Express trains. You can take a quick trip to Fort Worth or travel overnight to cities across the country. For travel inspiration, explore the best Amtrak trips from Dallas below and … Continue reading 10 best train trips from Dallas
Best Amtrak trips from Toledo
Ready to take a train trip from Toledo? Two Amtrak routes stop at the downtown station: Capitol Limited and Lake Shore Limited. Both travel to Chicago and the East Coast with stops along the way. To start planning your trip, here are best Amtrak trips that don't involve middle-of-the-night travel. New York City and Boston … Continue reading Best Amtrak trips from Toledo
10 best mountain getaways on Amtrak
There are many great Amtrak getaways to choose from if you're looking for a mountain escape. Cabins, hiking trails, ski slopes, spas -- even hot springs and glaciers -- can all be reached via Amtrak train. To start planning your rail trip, here are 10 of the best destinations across the United States for hiking, … Continue reading 10 best mountain getaways on Amtrak
8 best Amtrak trips from Michigan
Even though Michigan has three Amtrak routes (Blue Water, Pere Marquette and Wolverine), they all travel to Chicago as the final destination, so there isn't a lot of diversity in the places you can visit. Good news is that you can transfer in Chicago to Amtrak trains that will take you across the country. Plus, … Continue reading 8 best Amtrak trips from Michigan
Best Amtrak trips from Raleigh
Raleigh is a great place to start an Amtrak trip. The Carolinian, Piedmont and Silver Star trains stop in the city, so there are multiple routes that can take you as far north as New York City and south all the way to Florida. To start planning your getaway, here are the best Amtrak trips … Continue reading Best Amtrak trips from Raleigh
East Coast Amtrak Routes
Amtrak’s East Coast routes include high-speed, regional, and long-distance trains serving major cities and popular travel destinations from New England to Florida. Key routes such as the Acela and Northeast Regional connect cities from Boston to Washington, D.C. while other trains travel to the Midwest, Appalachian Mountains, Deep South, and even Canada. View the list … Continue reading East Coast Amtrak Routes
11 best Amtrak trips from San Antonio
The long-distance Texas Eagle and Sunset Limited Amtrak trains stop in San Antonio and travel to Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Arizona and California. There are options for day trips and overnight adventures, and whether you travel to a destination near or far, you can book private accommodations in the sleeper car or choose … Continue reading 11 best Amtrak trips from San Antonio
8 best Amtrak trips from Kansas City
From Kansas City, you can explore small towns, big cities and natural wonders via Amtrak train. View the best Amtrak trips from Kansas City to start planning your trip.
10 best Amtrak trips on the East Coast
Full of historic places, coastal towns and rolling mountains, the East Coast of the United States is great to explore by train. You can easily travel between major cities or enjoy a scenic train ride to quieter areas with beaches, parks and even ski resorts. Here are the best Amtrak trips on the East Coast … Continue reading 10 best Amtrak trips on the East Coast
Chicago to San Francisco on Amtrak: 7 things to know
The long-distance Amtrak trip from Chicago to San Francisco is one of the most popular in the United States. Trains travel through the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada via the California Zephyr route, and the scenery is absolutely stunning. Here's what you need to know when planning your trip. Amtrak trains don't travel to San … Continue reading Chicago to San Francisco on Amtrak: 7 things to know
11 best Amtrak trips from Indianapolis
Indianapolis only has one Amtrak route (the Cardinal) that provides service to Chicago, New York City and many places in between -- but only three times per week. Despite the low frequency, many overnight rail vacations (and even a few day trips) are options if you plan around the schedule. To get started, here are … Continue reading 11 best Amtrak trips from Indianapolis
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