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Amtrak
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:08 pm
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:08 pm
Anyone ever taken a long trip on one?
Was wondering if going from Hammond to Chicago was worth doing and for how much?
Was wondering if going from Hammond to Chicago was worth doing and for how much?
This post was edited on 6/24/15 at 7:10 pm
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Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:09 pm to GeismarGeauxer
It cost more than flying and takes five times as long.
My grandparents loved it though, I can;t see myself taking it, but they talked about that train all the time, even after the Alzheimer's took over.
My grandparents loved it though, I can;t see myself taking it, but they talked about that train all the time, even after the Alzheimer's took over.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:11 pm to GeismarGeauxer
I went from Birmingham to Seattle via DC and Chicago. I didn't have a sleeper until Chicago and if you plan on anything over a day a sleeper is a must.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:17 pm to GeismarGeauxer
I've considered it, but it costs more than flying. Like usually a lot more. No way I'm paying more than flying and it take 2 days.
Why aren't trains here more affordable like in Europe?
Why aren't trains here more affordable like in Europe?
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:17 pm to Napoleon
La to Chicago is about $ 225 round trip...leaves in the afternoon from downtown N.O./hammond and gets to Chicago/downtown early am. Comfortable seating...bring your own "beverages" and it's a good trip !
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:21 pm to GeismarGeauxer
I've taken Amtrak Chicago-New Orleans and it's awesome.. of course, as mentioned, it is more expensive but if you have the time it is a great way to see the country from a new perspective.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:47 pm to GeismarGeauxer
Ive gone from Hammond to Chicago multiple times. Depending when you get the tickets, could be cost efficient. 12 hour or more ride but comfortable seats, you can bring whatever, bar and restaurants on train.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:52 pm to GeismarGeauxer
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Anyone ever taken a long trip on one?
When I was kid we took a trip from Jackson Ms to Chicago. It was an overnight trip and I loved it because I was really into trains as a kid.
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Was wondering if going from Hammond to Chicago was worth doing and for how much?
google should be able help with the pric. If you like trains then it could be worth the trip if you are just trying to get to Chicago, take a plane.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:55 pm to GeismarGeauxer
It's a great (however long) way to get to NYC from New Orleans. The airports are far away from the city. The train drops you off at Penn Station right under Madison Square Garden. I've never done that on the route from New Orleans, though.
I've taken Amtrak from Philly to NYC. Then NYC to Boston and back.
I've taken Amtrak from Philly to NYC. Then NYC to Boston and back.
This post was edited on 6/24/15 at 7:57 pm
Posted on 6/24/15 at 7:59 pm to GeismarGeauxer
They have one out of Orlando that goes to DC. You can bring your car along with you. Seriously considering it.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 8:09 pm to GeismarGeauxer
Don't do it.
Posted on 6/24/15 at 8:20 pm to GeismarGeauxer
if your goal is simply to get from la to chicago, then no...much better to fly...
if you would enjoy the experience of riding a train, then absolutely do it...
if you would enjoy the experience of riding a train, then absolutely do it...
Posted on 6/24/15 at 8:27 pm to GeismarGeauxer
I done it years ago, over 20 years( yea I'm old) that shite sucked. It was boring and my back was hurting by the time I got to Chicago .....btw Chicago sucks
Posted on 6/25/15 at 1:57 am to GeismarGeauxer
I did it NOLA to NYC and back once. We had sleeper cars. I think it took about a day and a half. It was more expensive than first class flights and it wasn't luxurious by any means. The sleeper cars are very dated. The food is terrible. But I'm glad I did it. It was an interesting experience in a good way. The scenery is amazing. But if I did it again I'd bring my own food and a lot more of my own booze. It's a pretty cool way to see the country.
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