I'm spinning some ideas in my head for my vacation next year. I get 2 weeks. I'm thinking about possibly taking Amtrak to LA (from NY). I enjoy flying actually, but I want a different experience. What would that trip be like, how long will it take ect? I even considered Greyhound, but I think Amtrak is nicer.
I've gone coast to coast several times on Amtrak. I also live on the East Coast.
From NYP, take the Lake Shore Limited to Chicago. In Chicago, transfer to the Southwest Chief. I've been on both trains before. The LSL takes about 1 day from end to end while the SWC 2 days so 3 days coast to coast. You can either go through and leave Chicago the same day or spend a day (or more) in Chicago.
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