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This Amtrak train ride is one of the most scenic journeys on the West Coast—and it crosses nearly 1,400 miles in 35 hours

The long-distance train route from Seattle to Los Angeles passes snowy mountains, sunny valleys, and stunning coastline.

I've taken over 20 Amtrak routes around the US and Canada. These 5 offered the most stunning views.

As a frequent rider, I think the Amtrak Builder, Cascades, and California Zephyr are some of the most beautiful train routes ...

I spent 53 hours on the longest train ride in the US. Here are 10 ways I made the 2-night Amtrak trip more bearable.

I endured a 53-hour ride on the California Zephyr, the longest Amtrak journey in the US. Here are 10 survival tips for ...
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I took a 5-hour Amtrak ride with a backpack and carry-on. Here are 5 things I'm glad I brought and 3 I wish I'd packed.

When I hauled a heavy suitcase into the overhead on my Amtrak train car, I thought I had everything I'd need for my trip. Three jackets, two pairs of boots, and a scarf to match every sweater — I was ...
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I booked a roomette and a first-class seat on Amtrak trains. The cheaper ride was much more comfortable.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. I booked a $400 roomette for a 15-hour Amtrak ride across the Southwest in January 2025. Then I booked a $450 first-class ticket ...

Amtrak’s new 125-mph Airo trains are on track to ride later this year — here’s a look inside

Amtrak riders have something speedy to look forward to. The rail giant revealed the first official look at its new Airo fleet ...
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This 381-mile Train Route Is the Best Way to See the East Coast—With Small Towns, Mountains, and Lake Champlain Views

The East Coast has never looked better than from the window of a train car.

I spent 53 hours in a bedroom on an Amtrak train for $2,200 and made 5 mistakes

I took the Amtrak California Zephyr train from Chicago to Emeryville, California, in a bedroom accommodation and had a few ...
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Tahoe by Public Transit? How to Get There by Train or Bus — and How to Get Around When You’re There

Traveling to Tahoe on public transit can be worth it, especially for the views — but you’ll need to be a flexible traveler.