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This 2,438-mile train route is the longest and most beautiful in the US.—and it crosses two-thirds of North America

All aboard the most unforgettable train ride in the country. The California Zephyr is the longest train route in the U.S., traveling 2,438 miles from Chicago to the Bay Area through the Rockies and ...

I spent $2,200 for a private bedroom on a 53-hour Amtrak ride. Here are 7 reasons I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

My trip on the California Zephyr was my favorite overnight Amtrak ride yet. I'll take it again any chance I get.
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3 Sights You Miss If You Take The Longest Train Route In The U.S.

Journeying across the U.S. by train is a special experience that provides passengers with an up-close view of the varying landscapes and features dotting the country. Boasting the lengthiest rail ...
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The Only Luxury Sleeper Train in the U.S. Just Added New Summer Trips

Private rail cars with luxurious amenities are now available on select Amtrak routes.
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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

For many people, one of the best parts about living in the Bay Area is its proximity to Lake Tahoe — for endless skiing, hiking and beach-laying opportunities, just a few hours away. But anyone who’s ...
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California Zephyr: What $2,000 Might Get You On A 53-Hour Amtrak Trip

We all know air travel is the fastest way to get somewhere. For speed, you aren't going to beat a 500+ mile per hour pace on a big ol' jet airliner, to quote the Steve Miller Band. Taking a road trip ...