Train or plane?

[Jesda]

Its a $30 difference between Amtrak and a major airline to get me from St Louis MO to Spokane WA for Christmas. I dont really care how long it takes, but the train ride only offers coach, which from my last and only 3-hour Amtrak experience was extremely comfy. I hate flying because I look like Osama's cousin, and airports and airplanes are crowded cattle herds.

Has anyone here taken the train over long distances? How are the accomodations? Is there on-board entertainment? Can I plug my laptop in? Is dining expensive?

[jonnyd]

I like taking trains for scenario purposes...if i want some scenary...I most often would take a plane because it gets me there faster. lol yea planes are always crammed...but if you can get an aisle seat than its all good...hahahah you look like osamas brother.. I was in china flying back here...and there must have been 15 of osamas wifes on there...all in black only seeing their eyes...

I do like train rides because it is a lot more comfortable...especially if its not really packed on the train....mega comfy. It's all on personal preferance...

You want to get there fast fly a plane...want to get there slow and enjoy scenary go train

[Elvis]

I've never been on one, but I think everyone should take a long trip like that by train once in their lives.

But considering the cost differential, I'd fly instead.

[EcSTSatic]

Go for it!
I use to travel by train in Europe and Japan but never overnight. I think it's great watching the countryside go by. Fewer hassles than flying too I would bet!

[90Brougham350]

Train all the way, althought I've never used Amtrak or anything American.

[EDBSO]

Fly but first shave and dye you hair blond!

[DILLIGAF]

I have taken the train from here to Alb on several occasions.I love it!Some trains have an observation deck(very cool),a dining car.Go for it!The scenery will be spectacular!

[BLACK_CTSV]

Originally Posted by Jesda

St Louis MO to Spokane WA for Christmas.

Sorry to hear you have to go to Spokane - that's where I'm from. This is about all you can do there:

[LS1Mike]

Train would be a nice ride if you have the time.

[SpeedyArizona]

For $30 more, I'd rather fly. I have never been on a train but I've been on plenty of planes. Think about it though: a train will take you a couple days, flying will take you a couple hours; you'll have more time to spend with family if you fly.

I guess if you want a scenic experience, then take the train but otherwise take the plane.

[Elvis]

Another thing to consider, that Amtrak that crashed near Chicago a few years ago. I have since met a man who lost his wife and daughter in that crash. Amtrak has a long history of derailments and strange accidents.

[I~LUV~Caddys8792]

Train!




Jesda's riding off the rails on the crazy (lazy?) train!!!

[Jesda]

Originally Posted by BLACK_CTSV

Sorry to hear you have to go to Spokane - that's where I'm from. This is about all you can do there:

I keep telling my friends and family to move away but they just wont listen!!!

[dp102288]

Originally Posted by Jesda

I hate flying because I look like Osama's cousin

So you look like Pinball...

[Leeb]

Ever since I was onboard ship I've disliked flying and unless I can sit at a window and watch the horizon I'll have a 10-alarm headache before I get there.

Grew up w/ a paranoid fear of trains but I'd rather do that than fly.