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Amtrak's California Zephyr turns 75 and is still chugging

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The longest train route in America offers a scenic cross-country journey

This legendary American sleeper train covers nearly 2,500 miles and seven states and is considered one of the best rail trips ...
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California Zephyr: What $2,000 Might Get You On A 53-Hour Amtrak Trip

We all know air travel is the fastest way to get somewhere. For speed, you aren't going to beat a 500+ mile per hour pace on a big ol' jet airliner, to quote the Steve Miller Band. Taking a road trip ...
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I took the longest train ride in the US. 6 things surprised me about the 53-hour adventure across the country.

A Business Insider reporter spent 53 hours on Amtrak's California Zephyr train.Joey Hadden/Business Insider I'd ridden the California Zephyr once before, but only for 15 hours. This time, I was in for ...
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One of the most stunning Amtrak train routes runs from California to Chicago

Amtrak’s California Zephyr travels through two breathtaking mountain ranges: the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada. Ellococulo Shutterstock Amtrak’s California Zephyr covers 2,437 miles in 51 ...
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Tahoe by Public Transit? How to Get There by Train or Bus — and How to Get Around When You’re There

For many people, one of the best parts about living in the Bay Area is its proximity to Lake Tahoe — for endless skiing, hiking and beach-laying opportunities, just a few hours away. But anyone who’s ...