Riding a train spurs stories in a way that air travel just doesn't. We want to know your favorite personal tales.

Amtrak has been in its renaissance era for a few years now, serving a record 32.8 million customers in 2024. Surpassing even the pre-pandemic levels, Amtrak also earned a first-in-history ticket ...

Amtrak’s Southwest Chief train route runs between Los Angeles and Chicago on a 43-hour trip, with a dining car and a great viewing carriage.

Through Tuesday, Jan. 20, Amtrak’s USA Rail Pass, normally $499, is being sold for $250. The pass, on sale here, permits ...

It is a magical journey. It is a way to experience the panoramic scenery of the Midwest and West without ever turning a key in an ignition. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is cited as one of the loveliest ...

We were well into our journey from Los Angeles to Chicago, surrounded by cornfields and grain elevators, when the train ...

The Southwest Chief from Los Angeles to Chicago had scenic views and a community vibe. It costs more and takes longer than flying, but I want to do more long-haul Amtrak rides. If the plagues of our ...