Accessible via the Amtrak Southwest Chief, which runs between Chicago and Los Angeles, passengers can enjoy breathtaking views of the American West, including mountain ranges, canyons, and desert.
Travelers can take the Amtrak San Joaquins from Los Angeles, passing through scenic landscapes such as the San Joaquin Valley, before arriving at the Merced station stop.
Passengers can book the Empire Builder, which travels daily from Chicago to Portland, passing through Seattle. The train journey offers views of Big Sky Country in Montana and drops passengers at the East Glacier Station.
Accessible via the Coast Starlight Line, passengers can enjoy a scenic journey through the Pacific Northwest, with views of beaches, forests, and mountains.
While not directly accessible by train, visitors can board the Amtrak Lake Shore Limited, which connects New York and Chicago, offering scenic views of the Great Lakes shoreline and the Finger Lakes region.
Passengers can take the Michigan Service lines from Chicago, enjoying views of Michigan's west region, including lakeshores and lush woods.
Travelers can ride the California Zephyr from Chicago to San Francisco, experiencing natural beauty along the way, such as the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevadas