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These Are the 6 Longest Train Rides in the U.S.—Including a 65-hour Journey

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As ...
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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. A road trip down the Pacific Coast is a dream for many travelers, but imagine ...

I spent 53 hours on an Amtrak sleeper train. I want to take it again, but I'll do 6 things differently next time.

I took Amtrak's California Zephyr train from Chicago to Emeryville, California. I booked a $2,200 bedroom for the 53-hour ...
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This 2,200-mile Train Ride Is the Most Scenic in the Northern U.S.—and It Passes an Iconic National Park

One of the greatest perks of train travel is the freedom it offers to get up, walk around, and enjoy the scenery while someone else does the driving. There’s no need to plan gas stops, pull over at ...
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I paid $2,200 for a bedroom on a 53-hour Amtrak train. The 50-square-foot space with a full bathroom was worth the price.

Business Insider's reporter spent 53 hours on Amtrak's California Zephyr train in a bedroom accommodation.Joey Hadden/Business Insider When I decided to take the longest train ride in the US, I ...

I've spent 128 hours on overnight Amtrak trips. I wish I had known 10 things before stepping aboard.

I spent 60 hours on Amtrak trains between NYC and Miami, 15 on one from Denver to Salt Lake City, and 53 hours on the longest train ride in the US.

I paid $2,200 for a bedroom on a 53-hour Amtrak train. The 50-square-foot space with a full bathroom was worth the price.

I traveled comfortably on Amtrak's California Zephyr in a private bedroom for $2,200. It was worth the price for the longest ...