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Southwest Chief vs Texas Eagle
Continue reading →: Southwest Chief vs Texas EagleThe Southwest Chief and Texas Eagle are long-distance Amtrak routes that travel between Chicago and Los Angeles. The Texas Eagle travels through Texas and stops at many stations there, part of the reason why it is the longest train route in the United States. So if you’re looking for the…
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Cardinal vs Capitol Limited
Continue reading →: Cardinal vs Capitol LimitedThe Cardinal and Capitol Limited are two of Amtrak’s long-distance routes. Both travel between Chicago and the East Coast through the Alleghany Mountains. However, the Cardinal only operates three days each week while the Capitol Limited is a daily train. The Capitol Limited is also a much shorter route and…
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Which Amtrak station is best for Glacier National Park?
Continue reading →: Which Amtrak station is best for Glacier National Park?The stunning landscapes of Glacier National Park are easy to reach on Amtrak’s Empire Builder route, with three stations located near the park. Each station offers different amenities, lodging options, and transportation connections, so it’s important to choose the one that best fits your travel plans. This guide includes area…
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Keystone Service vs Northeast Regional
Continue reading →: Keystone Service vs Northeast RegionalAmtrak’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…
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New York City to Florida by train
Continue reading →: New York City to Florida by trainAs 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…
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Acela vs Northeast Regional
Continue reading →: Acela vs Northeast RegionalAcela 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…
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Coast Starlight vs Amtrak Cascades
Continue reading →: Coast Starlight vs Amtrak CascadesThe 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).…
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Empire Builder vs California Zephyr
Continue reading →: Empire Builder vs California ZephyrThe 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…
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Coast Starlight vs Pacific Surfliner
Continue reading →: Coast Starlight vs Pacific SurflinerThe 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…
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Southwest Chief vs California Zephyr
Continue reading →: Southwest Chief vs California ZephyrThe 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…
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10 best Midwest Amtrak trips
Continue reading →: 10 best Midwest Amtrak tripsVisit lakes, museums, breweries and more with an Amtrak trip to the Midwest.
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10 best train trips from Dallas
Continue reading →: 10 best train trips from DallasEverything 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…
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Best Amtrak trips from Toledo
Continue reading →: Best Amtrak trips from ToledoReady 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.…
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10 best mountain getaways on Amtrak
Continue reading →: 10 best mountain getaways on AmtrakThere 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…
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8 best Amtrak trips from Michigan
Continue reading →: 8 best Amtrak trips from MichiganEven 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…
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Best Amtrak trips from Raleigh
Continue reading →: Best Amtrak trips from RaleighRaleigh 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…
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East Coast Amtrak Routes
Continue reading →: East Coast Amtrak RoutesAmtrak’s East Coast routes include regional and long-distance trains that stop in major cities and popular travel destinations from New England to Florida. Key routes such as the Acela and Northeast Regional travel frequently between Boston and Washington, D.C. while other trains travel to the Midwest, Appalachian Mountains, Deep South,…
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11 best Amtrak trips from San Antonio
Continue reading →: 11 best Amtrak trips from San AntonioThe 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…
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8 best Amtrak trips from Kansas City
Continue reading →: 8 best Amtrak trips from Kansas CityFrom 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.
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10 best Amtrak trips on the East Coast
Continue reading →: 10 best Amtrak trips on the East CoastFull 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…
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