Empire Builder
Since the early days of Amtrak, the Empire Builder has been
presenting the immense beauty of America's northern states.
Travelers are treated to expansive vistas of the Midwestern
prairies, views of the Rocky Mountains, glimpses at glaciers, and
scenes of stunning cityscapes as the train traverses the heart of
the country. In all, the route covers over 2,200 miles and occurs
over two days and one night of travel.
Passengers may select from three departure dates per week and
enjoy a host of onboard amenities, including access to a
double-decker car that features a domed glass Sightseer Lounge on
the upper level and a Café Car on the lower level. In the Sightseer
Lounge, panoramic windows line the train car, curving up onto the
roof for unimpeded views of the passing scenery. The chairs in the
Lounge swivel to allow guests to converse with one another or to
look outside. Single chairs and groups of up to five are available,
as are seats at tables. In the lower-level Café Car, booths sit
beside picture windows, offering another perspective on the
incredible scenery.
While Amtrak's Empire Builder offers modern amenities and an
impressive route that highlights both the Midwest and the Pacific
Northwest, the course it follows is anything but new. By one line
or another, trains have traversed the route between Chicago and the
West Coast on these rails since 1929. A journey on the Empire
Builder makes it obvious why this expedition has remained popular
for nearly 100 years.
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