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Chicago to San Francisco on Amtrak: 7 things to know
Continue reading →: Chicago to San Francisco on Amtrak: 7 things to knowThe 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…
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11 best Amtrak trips from Indianapolis
Continue reading →: 11 best Amtrak trips from IndianapolisIndianapolis 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.…
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9 best Amtrak trips from Denver
Continue reading →: 9 best Amtrak trips from DenverIn the middle of the United States, Denver offers a variety of train trip options to the mountains, Midwest plains and the West Coast. The California Zephyr provides daily service from the city and if you travel west (highly recommended) you’ll have amazing views as you travel through the Rocky…
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U.S. states with the worst Amtrak arrival times
Continue reading →: U.S. states with the worst Amtrak arrival timesLong-distance Amtrak trips can be a great adventure, but one downside is that it is impossible for good arrival and departure times at all stations along the route. At most there is only one train each day in each direction, which means some states are literally left in the dark…
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Upper vs lower level on Amtrak
Continue reading →: Upper vs lower level on AmtrakHere are the pros and cons of the upper and lower levels on Amtrak’s Superliner trains.
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10 best stops on the Coast Starlight
Continue reading →: 10 best stops on the Coast StarlightNot only is Amtrak’s Coast Starlight route one of the most scenic in the United States, it also stops in many beautiful and interesting places along the West Coast. There are beaches, wineries, landmark attractions and national parks to explore if you get off the train for a night or…
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8 best Amtrak trips from Houston
Continue reading →: 8 best Amtrak trips from HoustonDespite being a sprawling car-oriented city, Houston has an Amtrak station and trains that can take you New Orleans, Los Angeles and many other cities in between. The Sunset Limited route travels through the city three days each week, and if you plan carefully around the train schedule, there are…
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Viewliner trains: Layout, routes and other things to know
Continue reading →: Viewliner trains: Layout, routes and other things to knowViewliner is a specific type of rail car used on some Amtrak routes. There are only Viewliner sleeper, dining and baggage cars, which only have one level.
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Superliner trains: Layout, routes and things to know
Continue reading →: Superliner trains: Layout, routes and things to knowSuperliner trains are composed of “Superliner” rail cars — a specific model that has two levels. There are Superliner coach cars, sleeper cars, sightseer lounge cars, and dining cars (to name a few) that can be combined in different ways depending on the needs of the Amtrak route. For example,…
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10 best stops on the California Zephyr route
Continue reading →: 10 best stops on the California Zephyr routeThe California Zephyr is one of America’s most scenic train journeys, stretching from Chicago to the San Francisco Bay Area through the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada. Along the way are memorable stops where you can explore mountain towns, historic cities, hot springs, and outdoor adventures. Below are the…
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10 best Amtrak routes to ride in winter
Continue reading →: 10 best Amtrak routes to ride in winterExplore the best Amtrak routes to ride this winter, from snowy Rocky Mountain trips to sunny Florida beaches.
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List of Amtrak Routes by State
Continue reading →: List of Amtrak Routes by StateExplore the list of Amtrak train routes in the 46 states with rail service.
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20 best Amtrak trips from Boston
Continue reading →: 20 best Amtrak trips from BostonAmtrak trains that depart from Boston can take you up and down the coast or as far west as Chicago. There are multiple options for day or weekend trips, so you don’t have to travel far to have a fun rail adventure. To get started, here are the best Amtrak…
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Amtrak in Chicago: 20 popular train destinations with travel times
Continue reading →: Amtrak in Chicago: 20 popular train destinations with travel timesChicago is a great place to start an Amtrak trip. There are many destinations to choose from all around the country. Here are some of the most popular trips with travel times.
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Amtrak trips out West: 7 amazing train trips
Continue reading →: Amtrak trips out West: 7 amazing train tripsFor an adventure with Wild West towns, Spanish missions, national parks and historic landmarks, book a trip on Amtrak for an epic experience.
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5 best Amtrak trips to Colorado
Continue reading →: 5 best Amtrak trips to ColoradoColorado is a popular destination for Amtrak train trips, and for good reason. In addition to having many outdoor recreation opportunities and stunning mountain views, Colorado also has Amtrak stations in highly walkable areas. In some cases, you won’t even need a rental car once you get off the train…
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Best Amtrak trips from Florida
Continue reading →: Best Amtrak trips from FloridaLooking for train trip ideas from Florida? You can travel directly to cities along the East Coast on three Amtrak routes (Auto Train, Silver Meteor and Silver Star), so there are destinations from Georgia to New York that you can choose from. See the list below to see the best…
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10 best train routes to ride in the fall
Continue reading →: 10 best train routes to ride in the fallFall is one of the best times to explore the United States by train. Routes across the country showcase vibrant fall foliage from New England forests to the golden aspens in the Rocky Mountains. It’s the perfect season to slow down, take in the stunning scenery, and enjoy the nostalgic…
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15 best Amtrak trips from L.A.
Continue reading →: 15 best Amtrak trips from L.A.With five Amtrak routes arriving and departing from Los Angeles Union Station, and more than 70 Amtrak stations just in California, there are a variety of options for a train trip.
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Best Amtrak day trips from Los Angeles
Continue reading →: Best Amtrak day trips from Los AngelesAlthough Los Angeles is known for car traffic, it’s a great place to start or end a rail trip. There are multiple Pacific Surfliner trains that depart each day from Union Station, and several long-distance routes can take you to the Northwest, Midwest, Southwest and even New Orleans. If you…
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