"I spent 60 hours in coach across two Amtrak trains to get from New York to Austin via Chicago. Getting to see historic landmarks and beautiful views was a pleasant surprise. The delays got tedious and a bit frustrating, but the train felt like home by the end of my trip. Spending 60 hours on Amtrak trains in coach isn't ideal for a lot of people. Fortunately, I don't mind a long ride."
"To get from New York to Austin, I booked two different Amtrak routes that would take me to Texas via Chicago. Ultimately, my long journey over several days was pretty nice. After this trip, I'd still say Amtrak trains are one of the most pleasant and enjoyable modes of travel. Here are a few things that surprised me about the 60-hour ride."
The trip took 60 hours in coach across two Amtrak trains from New York to Austin via Chicago. Historic landmarks and beautiful views appeared along the route, providing unexpected visual highlights. Delays became tedious and occasionally frustrating, but the overall atmosphere of the train grew comfortable and familiar by the trip's end. Booking two different Amtrak routes allowed travel through Chicago and across multiple regions, stretching the journey over several days. Despite long travel time, the experience remained pleasant, with the train emerging as an enjoyable mode of travel for someone who doesn't mind extended rides. Several unexpected aspects stood out during the 60-hour ride.
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