My trip was from Edmonds to Leavenworth Washington on the Empire Builder on May 9, 2012 (5;12pm). This was my first train ride and I was excited to see the sites and meet up with my husband in Leavenworth. Our journey started with the train being 1/2 hour late. The attendant for the coach section seemed put out that he... More

This was the first vacation where I actually looked forward to the trip home, instead of dreading it. When traveling by train, it becomes part of your vacation experience and is such a relaxing way to travel. We boarded in Whitefish after checking out its historic depot. The train was running about a hour behind, but you learn to not... More

Airplanes are sardine cans hurtling through the air. AMTRAK... is our national rail service. If you are interested in the pleasure of the journey, and you like the idea of an all-American product... you should try American rails. Modern air travel is a little like a long trip in an elevator. There is very little sensation of... travel on an... More

* On the way there* The seats were very comfy. Staff was helpful. we slept no problem. (with our own pillows, blankets and ear plugs) *On our way home* My son was sick so we call to see if we could get a sleeper. They had a family bedroom which was perfect for the three of us. We were in... More

I traveled solo cross country, and I took the Empire Builder to see the northern states. Not only were the views unbelievable, the staff was super friendly. I had the time of my life, and met the most amazing people on my journey. I'm looking forward to traveling via rail in the near future. More

We picked up The Empire Builder in Whitefish, MT heading to Chicago. The only other Amtrak we had been on in the past is the Auto Train. We have done roomettes and bedrooms in the past and really never considered coach on this distance of a trip. In fact, we started with the EB, and then picked up Capitol Limited... More

It’s hard to review this trip because some people would LOVE it while others would hate it. There are two ways to ride the train. Coach is like riding the bus while riding with a room is the ultimate in luxury travel. This journey, for me, was not a very scenic trip. Although the area from seattle to Glacier National... More

I took the "Empire Builder" from Chicago's Union Station to Portland, Oregon Union Station, in late October. This was my first rail trip in the United States, other than the "L" in Chicago,or subways, and it was magnificent! Very comfortable bedroom w/bath, the food is fantastic, and the staff on-board were just wonderful. It is not an inexpensive way to... More

We loved the Empire builder and now we are on the Sunset Limited. Excellent service, food, scenery, porters. Sleepers are well equiped with flowers too! Next trip on the Coast Lite to Portland. More