The Pacific Northwest's Scenic Train Ride Showcases Ethereal Views Of Mount St. Helens

A train can get you from one destination to another, but it can also be so much more, like this Amtrak ride full of stunning ...

A New Collection of Long-Distance U.S. Rail Journeys Combines Scenic Routes with National Parks and City Stays

The history- and nature-themed itineraries include Amtrak train rides, hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours, and ...
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More Seattleites hopping on board as Amtrak ridership grows

More people are riding Amtrak than ever, and the Pacific Northwest is part of the boom. Why it matters: Seattle is a key hub ...

The 5 Best Stops On America's Wildly Scenic Empire Builder Train Through The Mountain West

Amtrak's Empire Builder service between Chicago and Seattle or Portland passes through some of the West's most majestic ...
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New Passenger Platform Installed at Wells Amtrak Stop

It was organized by the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA). Once complete, the project, in conjunction with signal upgrades, will enable Amtrak to operate an additional Downeaster ...

Ridership down on the Downeaster, despite big year for Amtrak

More people rode Amtrak trains in the last fiscal year than any year on record, but ridership on the Downeaster between Maine ...
The Columbian

Seattle to Portland: What a 12-hour public transit trip looks like

There are many ways to go from Seattle to Portland. You can catch an hour flight, go for a three-ish hour drive, jump on a 3 1/2-hour FlixBus or take a scenic 3 1/2-hour Amtrak train ride. But how ...