Through My Lens on MSN

46 hours from Seattle to Chicago on Amtrak's Empire Builder train

I took the Empire Builder from Seattle to Chicago, a trip that covers more than two thousand miles and takes close to forty ...
The New York Times

4,000 Miles, 6 Small Towns: A Whistle-Stop Tour of America

Most people who ride Amtrak’s Empire Builder route between Chicago and Seattle watch the heartland whiz by. Our writer hopped off to explore a few remarkable places you might otherwise miss. The ...
Travel + Leisure on MSN

This 2,200-mile train ride is the most scenic in the northern US and it passes an iconic national park

The long-distance train route from Chicago to the Pacific Northwest passes city skylines, national parks, lakes, small towns, ...
Forbes

3 Long-Distance Amtrak Routes That Make For An Unforgettable Rail Trip

The California Zephyr, the Empire Builder and the Sunset Limited offer multi-night rail journeys and extraordinary views of America that only a long-distance train trip can reveal. For those who love ...
AOL

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

As a frequent Amtrak rider, I've found some of the most beautiful train routes in North America.Sojourner White I never imagined I'd become a die-hard train traveler. But when I found myself stretched ...
St. Cloud Times

Amtrak's Borealis train from Twin Cities to Chicago had more than 200K riders in 1st year

Amtrak's Borealis line, running from the Twin Cities to Chicago, transported over 200,000 passengers in its first year. Combined ridership for the Borealis and Empire Builder lines on this route ...
Business Insider

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

Over the past five years, I've taken more than 20 Amtrak routes across North America. During my trips, I've fallen in love with the gorgeous landscapes I've seen out the window. Some of my favorite ...