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How to get to Mardi Gras in New Orleans by train
Continue reading →: How to get to Mardi Gras in New Orleans by trainDiscover how to get to Mardi Gras in New Orleans by train with details on routes, travel times, and places to stay near the Amtrak station in NOLA.
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10 best stops on the Cardinal route to plan a trip around
Continue reading →: 10 best stops on the Cardinal route to plan a trip aroundPlanning a trip on Amtrak’s Cardinal? This scenic route between Chicago and New York City is filled with charming towns, mountain views, and historic cities. Whether you want outdoor adventure in the Appalachians, arts and culture in big cities, or relaxing small-town retreats, the Cardinal offers plenty of memorable places…
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20 easiest city-to-city train trips in the US
Continue reading →: 20 easiest city-to-city train trips in the USPassenger trains provide a convenient, stress-free, and nostalgic way to travel between major U.S. cities. Business commutes, day trips and weekend getaways by rail are especially easy along the East Coast, West Coast, and in Florida, where frequent service and centrally located stations make city exploration easy. To see where…
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10 best stops on the Crescent route
Continue reading →: 10 best stops on the Crescent routeEven though the Crescent isn’t the most scenic Amtrak route, it will take you places. Trains travel over 1,000 miles and stop in culture-packed cities and charming towns from New Orleans to New York City. If you’re considering a trip on this route, here are our favorite places to visit…
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Southern US Train Routes
Continue reading →: Southern US Train RoutesMultiple long-distance and regional trains travel in the Southern United States. Amtrak is the primary service provider, but there are also regional trains in Florida (Brightline, Tri-Rail, SunRail) and in Texas (Trinity Railway Express). New Orleans, Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Charlotte, Memphis and many cities in Texas and Florida are places…
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5 best Amtrak routes for history lovers
Continue reading →: 5 best Amtrak routes for history loversRailroads once powered America’s expansion, linking towns and people long before highways and air travel. Today, history lovers can relive that bygone era aboard the nation’s remaining passenger trains, many of which still follow historic routes through cities and towns steeped in heritage. These journeys offer more than transportation; they’re…
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12 best Amtrak trips from Portland, Oregon
Continue reading →: 12 best Amtrak trips from Portland, OregonIf you live in Portland or are visiting the city, it’s easy to board a train for a day, weekend or long-distance trip. Trains on Amtrak’s Cascades, Coast Starlight and Empire Builder routes stop at Union Station and travel to destinations in the Pacific Northwest, Canada, California, Montana and even…
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10 train trips to take in 2025
Continue reading →: 10 train trips to take in 2025It’s time to start planning your next train adventure! We selected 10 of our favorite train trips and destinations, from Alaska to Florida and everything in between. The list also includes getaways that are unique to 2025. This website is reader supported and not affiliated with Amtrak. We may earn…
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Montana lodge getaway on Amtrak
Continue reading →: Montana lodge getaway on AmtrakLOGE Glacier closed in 2026 and is for sale as of March 2026. For a fun mountain vacation, take a train trip to reach LOGE Glacier in Montana (formerly the Isaak Walton Inn). The historic building was constructed in 1939 by the Great Northern Railroad and was recently renovated. Amenities…
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Best direction of travel for Amtrak’s scenic long-distance routes
Continue reading →: Best direction of travel for Amtrak’s scenic long-distance routesIf you’re planning a long-distance train trip on Amtrak, selecting which route to ride is just the first step. You’ll also need to decide if you’ll ride roundtrip or in one direction only. If one direction, you’ll need to decide in which direction of travel. Train schedules and sunset times…
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5 best Amtrak trips on the West Coast
Continue reading →: 5 best Amtrak trips on the West CoastPlanning a West Coast train trip? You can choose from multiple Amtrak routes to see beautiful and diverse landscapes, including agricultural valleys, the Cascade Mountains, Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada, and the Pacific Ocean. Both day and overnight trips are options, so you can choose a short, budget-friendly excursion or spend…
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10 best Amtrak trips from Omaha
Continue reading →: 10 best Amtrak trips from OmahaFor an epic train trip from Omaha, board the California Zephyr for travel through the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada. One train in each direction of travel stops at the Omaha Amtrak Station each day, which is southeast of downtown. Ride the entire route westbound for amazing mountain scenery or…
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15 best Amtrak trips from Cincinnati
Continue reading →: 15 best Amtrak trips from CincinnatiIf you’re looking for a unique getaway from Cincinnati, you can board the Cardinal Amtrak route at Union Terminal to reach destinations across the country. Trains travel to Chicago where you can connect with a variety of scenic Amtrak routes, or you can visit cities, resorts and national parks in…
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7 beautiful lakes you can easily reach on Amtrak
Continue reading →: 7 beautiful lakes you can easily reach on AmtrakThere’s nothing like relaxing on or next to a lake during the summer months, and a train ride can take you there. There are many lakes across America to choose from, and we have picked out seven options for a beautiful getaway with boat rides, beaches, water sports and more.…
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Top 10 most scenic Amtrak routes
Continue reading →: Top 10 most scenic Amtrak routesIf you’re looking for a scenic Amtrak trip, you can choose from many different trains and landscapes across America. There are stunning journeys through mountains, deserts and valleys, plus travel along oceans, lakes and rivers. The most scenic Amtrak routes are somewhat subjective, as your preference for scenery plays a…
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Austin to San Antonio by train
Continue reading →: Austin to San Antonio by trainIf you’re planning to travel to San Antonio from Austin, driving and flying aren’t your only options. You can board the Texas Eagle Amtrak train in downtown Austin for the 3.5 hour ride (about two hours longer than driving). Here are other things you need to know when planning your…
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18 best Amtrak trips from Tampa
Continue reading →: 18 best Amtrak trips from TampaIf you want to take a train trip from the Tampa Bay Area (including Clearwater and St. Petersburg), Bradenton, Sarasota and nearby cities, plan to depart from the Tampa Amtrak Station. There is one northbound and one southbound Silver Star train each day, which can take you as far south…
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8 best stops on Amtrak’s Cascades route
Continue reading →: 8 best stops on Amtrak’s Cascades routeOne of Amtrak’s shorter routes, the Cascades travels through Oregon, Washington State and part of Canada. Vancouver BC, Seattle and Portland are popular stops, and there are 18 stations in total. If you’re interested in getting on and off the train to explore cities along the way, here are the…
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15 best Amtrak trips from Orlando
Continue reading →: 15 best Amtrak trips from OrlandoOrlando is a great place to start a train trip. Trains on two long-distance Amtrak routes (Silver Meteor and Floridian) stop at the downtown station each day and can take you to many cities in Florida and destinations as far away as New York City and Chicago. Read on to…
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15 best Amtrak trips from Detroit
Continue reading →: 15 best Amtrak trips from DetroitReady to get out of Motor City and travel by rail instead of car? Multiple trains on Amtrak’s Wolverine route travel to and from Detroit each day, making day trips and long-distance journeys possible. To start planning, here are the best Amtrak trips from Detroit with good departure and arrival…
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