36 Hours from Los Angeles to Seattle on the Coast Starlight Train

[@JaniceStewart863]

What a surprise to see you guys on a train journey! In typical TML style, another great journey. Your positivity and honesty is unparalleled. You are the best. While every aspect of travel is unpredictable, this was a big expense in comparison to what else you could have experienced.

[@lrbtechie]

Watching this has definitely lessened my desire to travel by train. I would go stir crazy with that much down time in such a small space!

[@travelvideos]

24:30 that's what wine is for. They should have collected entire bottle instead of glass.

[@Tailsnpaws]

Wow! What a cool adventure. All those crazy delays just add to the memories. They maybe sour ones now, but you will both smile when looking back on this trip. We love you guys and have to say that Amy is becoming our favorite co-host on your channel. We love Pops too, but Amy and you together complement each other so well. Her smile Is captivating. Stay safe and keep ‘em coming.

[@donnelljones4400]

The two of you are amazing with such beautiful and optimistic attitudes in the midst of multiple unexpected events. You turned lemon into lemonade and with smiles. Thank you for sharing this experience.

[@NotThatSpecialK]

To be completely honest, I think this makes train travel that more exciting. Delays gives you more value for money - when you have the time. Obviously the 12-hour period when you couldn't leave the train is subpar, but I think when you're able to actually go out and explore during delays, it adds substantially to the experience. I would definitely take this trip.

[@lws7394]

wtf. '12 hour period when you couldn't leave the train is subpar ' ?? you're tolerance levels are almost through the roof ! I would claim a refund for that much delay..

[@LanceBeckman]

Nice try troll

[@beverleyonajide4523]

Josh and Amy❤️Love watching you both on trips together…this one was the Best.

[@ursinidaho]

This was timely as I have always entertained train travel. This was very interesting to see the train trip experience. Still an adventure, but hey, you have so many nice ones to balance it out, and you shared what you learned. Thanks!

[@ryanpollie3216]

I was on that train too. Fortunately i got off in Martinez. All the long distance Amtrak routs have been explored my me. Delays are part of the experience, do not take Amtrack if you lack the capacity to accept or tolerate delay. Enjoy the exposure to many parts of the USA you most likely will never see again. I find it fun to just see new things...

[@desertdara]

I took that same trip a while back and had a very different experience. Yes, there was a delay due to freight trains having priority on the tracks, but we arrived in Seattle much closer to the stated arrival time. I loved the whole trip and would do it again in a heartbeat! Sorry you had such a different experience. Give it another chance, won't you? Thanks for all your travelogs. I really enjoy them.

[@worldsightseer]

I have taken the Amtrak Coast Starlight trip from Los Angeles to Seattle many times, and have never experienced the delays you had, sorry you had such bad luck, especially not having the dining car, wow, that has never happened to me. Do not be discouraged with Amtrak, use your 20% credit and try another trip. The Los Angeles to Chicago trip is amazing, as well as the East Coast. I have traveled Amtrak as far as Boston and highly recommend rail travel. If you are in a hurry, and want to travel at a low price, I highly recommend flying, as I have flown to 120 countries around the world. However, I have done train trips in over 50 countries and I always enjoy unexpected delays as it adds flavor to the trip. This is just my humble opinion. ~ Dave T. San Diego, CA.

[@candacemeifert-polk7383]

I took Amtrack from Denver to Roseville , California a few years back , riding in coach. The overnight was bad because we stopped in Salt Lake City very late and the people that got on and sat behind me and talked ALL night. No sleep for me. The train was pretty dirty. I had to use antibacterial wipes to clean everything when I first got on. The food was ok, but not great. I loved the observation car. The coffee was great. The views were worth it. I would do it again but get a sleeper car. You see things you cannot see in a car road trip.

[@steveshama5960]

Get back on the rails! I've been on all Amtrak routes and have been delayed but nothing as dramatic as yours. I think the Amtrak "universe" wanted to test your resolve. There is nothing so romantic as traveling thru the US on Amtrak, even weight the delays. If you don't make exact plans for the end of your trip, you'll enjoy the ride so much more. Enjoy the journey, as they say. That's what it is all about.And how was Seattle? A lovely city I have been to many times. . See you again...on the rails.

[@DixieJensenBrown]

Here have a train trip for 3 days to see fall colours... heard very beautiful... often advertised on my phone, I live in Central Ontario, Canada... Have ridden on train before no delays booked from Chapleau to Barrie. It was faster than by car... I thought made awesome time... Enjoyed scenery♡

[@UTHookEmHorns73]

I have traveled on Amtrak across the country (Houston to PA - R/T & Houston to Southern CA to PA to Houston) twice, & we never had anywhere near the issues y'all had. The occasional delays are to be expected, but nowhere near the extent that y'all experienced in your video. I've even watched numerous videos on KZbin of people taking the Coast Starlight, & they never have any problems. Y'all were just an anomaly, & please don't let it turn you off from riding Amtrak in the future. Seriously, y'all were just part of an extremely rare case. I am glad that you noticed how amazing the Amtrak staff are on the train. We've always had nothing but absolutely amazing staff in our trips, & from watching tons of Amtrak KZbin videos, the majority have had nothing but great staff onboard. Thank you for sharing your crazy experience & unbelievably extremely (can't express that enough) rare Amtrak experience, & I truly hope that you don't allow it to keep you from taking Amtrak in future.

[@vickibryant8937]

I was so excited that you are now traveling on Amtrak too!!! I rode the Coast Starlight last fall and loved it!! I am so sorry your adventure was so bad! I love traveling on Amtrak. 😪

[@judycohentx]

I took the California Zephyr from Chicago to Grand Junction, CO this summer. Do to a variety of circumstances (brake trouble, the crew maxing out the hours they could work and having to park the train until a new crew could be brought in, torrential rains, tunnel trouble near Winterpark, CO) we were almost 12 hours late getting into Grand Junction. It was the middle of the night instead of mid-afternoon. Never again.

[@sandrabrown6326]

So glad to see this. We have been talking about taking this trip, not so sure now.

[@donnamcduffie8457]

We've done thus trip several times over the years, Portland to LA round trip, and have had delays, but nothing as horrible as your experience. 😮 We enjoyed the food and our bedroom. Did it last December, the snow thru the Cascades was beautiful. Sunrise on Mt Shasta is always amazing. Thanks for all your videos!

[@PhotowalksTV]

Loved this one--great photography as always, and story telling. Well, the first day looked like fun.

[@BonjourEva805]

Appreciated your honest review of Coast Starlight. We’ve heard of others having a similar experience. Sad that it seems to be common rather than a one-off. But my husband and I applaud the positive spirit you both showed in dealing with all the disappointments/setbacks. 👍🏼

[@martharunstheworld]

It's VERY common!!!

[@cherylbjurstrom6412]

Give it another try. Chicago to Boston is beautiful. We look at all experiences as an adventure.

[@stanfordholman5301]

CHICAGO TO EMERYVILLE on the California Zephyr is my favorite!!! Thanks for all your videos❤❤❤❤

[@dfa3366]

One thing to expect about long distance Amtrak travel is to expect delays. Freight trains have priority and if they are delayed Amtrak is delays. Your trip delays was at that extreme level. I did that trip years ago and we got in 3 hrs late. And with limited meal service that adds to the experience. Imagine those on coach.

[@brianvirgin2995]

As a SoCal native transplanted to Norway for over 40 years, I'm sorry to hear your journey was so unfortunate. I also have to feel sorry for the crew. My train experiences here have been much better. But I appreciated all the amazing views you showed as they brought back countless memories

[@googleuser2170]

Honestly, I would give it another try. I have had unscheduled problems and layovers by plane, car, and even cruise ship. I could never judge an entire form of travel by only 1 experience.

[@FESoul]

Hey I really enjoy watching your videos, specially with your dad. Trains in America have small compartments as compared to Indian trains. The hygeine and service is great in your trains, unlike in our Indian trains. But, please stop complaining about the trains stopping midway due to a problem that they did not create. This happens and you got to accept it. The views are AWESOME, would like to someday see it myself. Enjoy the scenaries. Go again on some other train that mostly covers hills and mountains. Beat of luck. Love from New Delhi, India 🇮🇳

[@_Dana_B]

Haha, 10 - 12 days! 😂Seems serene at times, but I'll stick to the 3-hour flight, lol. "...The beautiful surroundings..." (Then pans over to Amy!) Not sure if that was intentional, but it was cute! 🥰

[@andreajohnson1796]

Awesome, been there several times, better than riding the bus Thanks for sharing

[@alexfong5242]

What a bummer! Thank you for the video. You've convinced me never to ride Amtrak.

[@theathjr]

“It’s all part of the experience Russ” 🤣

[@Caulstan0878]

The delays are part of railway charm! Just make sure you don’t have anywhere to be.

[@jokeroneninesevenzero]

Very cool. I film Amtrak trains in Chatsworth, Simi Valley, and Moorpark. I have taken the Amtrak from Simi Valley to Oakland. It took nine hours. I enjoy filming them rather than riding them.

[@MzKaylcC]

yes please do a Luxury train next ...

[@Snatcher42]

Crazy delays are common on Amtrak because of sharing the track with freight. Don't plan anything time-sensitive and enjoy the journey. The dining car is a problem, though. Same thing happened to me on this train in June. Seems the Coast Starlight needs a new kitchen!

[@gregfbp]

You two had us both laughing. Great video. I would have liked the experience getting away from work. Plenty of coffee, wine, and some protein bars.

[@Benno101able]

Just recently took an Amtrak from Salem OR to Olympia WA and then to Seattle WA and I was throughly impressed and surprised by both the amount of leg room, the amount of room to store baggage and suitcases and the overall pleasant experience. It was far more enjoyable than any hire car I had or waiting at the airport check in line. And it was very affordable, a far cheaper option. I will definitely return.

[@evslone]

My sister and her husband took an Amtrak round trip cross country from Chicago to the West Coast. They paid for the top tier and were constantly disappointed. They were on several trains and on each the toilets in their suite belched gas on the hour, at all hours. The train constantly had to go on a siding to allow much longer freight trains to pass, causing constant delays. At one point they were dumped at a train station in the middle of the night with all their luggage and no taxi service to take them to the paid hotel accommodations. They never made a stop within four hours of the scheduled time and often were many, many more hours late. The food was barely cafeteria quality. They never got to use the observation car because people who did not book sleeping quarters would fill it up before they could make their way to the one observation car. So they only saw the view from one side of the train the entire trip. None of the sleeping compartments had locks on any of the trains and they had to go to a separate car to access their luggage, which also was not locked or otherwise secured. I love doing day trips on the train, but do your research before booking an overnight trip.

[@laurastewart3486]

Exactly. I did a day trip from glendale, ca to sta. Barbara for a luncheon, & then back to the train. The seats were super comfy. The hamburger & coffee in the dining car was excellent tho pricey. And of course the scenery was sublime. Would do that trip again in a minute.

[@greglopez8932]

You know josh and Aimee. I recommend that you deserve a do over. But not right now 😉

[@geofffolsom9487]

Look at the bright side, at least the Subway in the Pilot was open. We stopped at that same place when we were moving out of Oregon and it was closed!

[@cheycasters]

Thanks!

[@ryanschwartze6517]

Great adventure great feedback on everything. Kudos to the crew for keeping you guys taking care of it. It’s disappointing that Union Pacific which owns those tracks quite a bit has been messing up with Amtrak on numerous delays. I would say give another round on that trip and try again. It was the perfect storm on a lot of things, but I would suggest giving Amtrak another shot because they did give you 20% off of the trip. I would suggest doing it again and try a suite.

[@wfs4227]

OMG! I remember reading about this and told my mom it would be a cool trip. I'll see if it's worth it after your video. Watching from Dallas,Tx.❤

[@OutbackAdventures92]

That was awesome. I really enjoyed that video man! You should definitely do more train trips. Going over the sierra would be amazing!

[@alyssadilorenzo4400]

I was so excited to see you did this! I'm sorry it wasn't great though. I really think you could do the rocky mountainer

[@mariedupuis7802]

Oh I am sorry that your romantic travel has been finally an epic travel by train ! I hope that you could enjoy at least, a good stay at Seattle. ❤❤❤❤

[@garyhinchey4086]

Josh and Amy what a train trip from hell, they should have comped you at least half for that miserable trip was that cost one way or round trip? My wife and I have been thinking about this trip for the past 5 years, I felt your frustration the entire trip after your first delay.

[@miriammitchell9677]

Well.. at least we were included in your latest video. I’m in Tampa and my latest train ride was the Wine train in Napa Valley 🍷

[@itsnotme07]

This is supposed to be the "second coolest US train trip" besides the California Zephyr. Bummer you had issues, but going Amtrak, you have to know there will be delays and don't make hotel/car rental/plane reservations at the end for the arrival day....because you might not. Hope you enjoyed Seattle! One of these days I'm hoping to take a train trip...but so far, due to speed/time off and cost, I haven't been able to justify it. Until the next video....

[@drivelikejoewho]

I stayed at the Dawson lodge across from the pilot station in Chemult. We are at the subway there too. It was our home base when we went to crater lake. Chemult is a weird town lol! Never thought I'd see that place in a video. My wife and I just laughed when you showed up there!

[@TheWakatela]

I would like to see you guys take another trip on the train . I heard the train ride from Seattle to Canada is pretty cool.

[@kellyjohnson3617]

Wow! That was such terrible trip. All I can say is if I had a regular coach seat I would have been in tears. I e never taken an American train other than the metro system from Ventura to Burbank where I used to work near the airport. In Europe the trains were fantastic. Even the cheap commuter trains. I prefer to drive. But I’m glad you had a nice time from Ventura up through SLO. It’s a gorgeous drive through there. And getting to ride through Vandenburg AB with a guide explaining everything sounds like a rare treat. I can’t believe you were stuck in the middle of nowhere for so long. Well I hope your stay in Seattle was at least nice.

[@MzKaylcC]

YOU ARE DOING TRAIN CONTENT OMG

[@kitikongp]

Thank you for taking this trip so I don't have to. This seems like a nightmare. Love your videos always!

[@Gemelli2906]

Well that reminds me of why I will never take a greyhound again 😂

[@sandiandgregh]

We love travelling by train when we’re in the UK on holiday. Haven’t done a sleeper yet nor have we experienced train travel in the States. Your rail adventure looked interesting but I’m glad it wasn’t me! 😂 Thanks for sharing your honest opinion.

[@ehmmmjay9907]

I'm sure it sucked for you guys but I'd love to see more train videos!

[@TomJudson]

I really do enjoy your channel. I frequently recommend your stuff for friends who are doing itineraries you’ve covered. Your recent NY videos were terrific. Thanks for all the great content. I’ve done the California Zephyr twice and loved it (although, as a vegan the food options are basically nonexistent.) Btw, it kinda sucks how people park themselves in the observation car and monopolize the view from a particular side of the train.

[@TomJudson]

On one of my CZ trips the train was delayed about 6 hours. Par for the course on Amtrak, I’m afraid.

[@jeffkelley4055]

80% voucher would be more like it. Now you need to ride the Via in Canada to make it all better

[@craftyshenanigans]

Wow, so sad for the train system! I’ve been wanting to do this route but now I’m not so sure! Thanks for sharing your… adventure? Malfunction? Mishaps? lol… I don’t know what to call it but for sure it was a trip! 😂 Glad you finally made it!

[@pixelpeter3883]

You were lucky you had good weather at the stops (& outings) you did have; imagine it to be rainy/stormy all the time.

[@rhondaz356]

OMG, I had heard such stories, but I didn't realize they appear not to be rare. I think you both did a phenomenal job with all the interruptions, and setbacks. It is nice to hear that the staff did all they could. They're probably pretty used to it.☺️. I would take them up on their offer. Thank you, Josh for being honest, and going with the flow. very interesting

[@UTHookEmHorns73]

What TML through is beyond rare on Amtrak. I've taken Amtrak across the country on very long trips, & we never ever had any major issues. Delays are normal on Amtrak, & they're just a part of the slow & relaxed travel pace of current train travel in America. It never bothered us, nor did I ever see/hear anyone else complain about it. The staff are absolutely the friendliest, most caring, most helpful, & most professional individuals I've ever had the pleasure to have take care of us while traveling. They're truly amazing. Watch other KZbin highly rated content creators that travel on Amtrak all the time, & it's beyond extremely rare to go through what TML went through. Especially on the Coast Starlight route. I watch train travel KZbinrs all of the time, & have never seen them go through anything like TML went through, nor have they we've mentioned any such things. We're currently planning another Amtrak trip ourselves, & we greatly look forward to the smooth travels overall that Amtrak regularly provides.

[@rhondaz356]

@@UTHookEmHorns73 That's refreshing to realize. **Thanks for this info. He did mention that the staff was so helpful. It's very unusual for him to bring up negatives. Unfortunately, they were on that one out of a ? where if something could go wrong, it did. Like I recall him saying, at one point, they had to wait for hours, for another train to get off the tracks they needed. Have a lovely day. 🚇🛤🌞

[@sherylm777]

We've taken 4 trips on amtrak and only 1 had no issues. It was from the bay area to Sacramento. The next trip we flew and drove across the country stopping/staying in different states. The plan was to take the train back from Chicago to Sacramento. Crazy stuff happened every leg of the trip. Well due to a flight cancelation and many flight delays we were going to miss the train, so i called to see if we can get on the train the next day. Well we 'lucked out' they had 1 sleeping car left. So we get to the station early and hang out in the nice lounge. Then we board the train...We get into our sleeping car and i set my duffle bag on the floor while we are getting situated. I picked my bag up and the bottom was soaking wet. Luckily it didn't soak through. Then we realized the carpet is absolutely sopping wet, squishy! We let the porter know he said they probably cleaned the carpet and give it some time to dry. Well it NEVER dried. Hours later we told the porter again and he said the train was full and we couldn't switch our room until the late afternoon the next when people got off in Denver. We had to put on ours shoes everytime our feet were going to touch the floor. We woke up the next day and a corner of my husband's sheet was touching the floor and was wicking up brown liquid. Now we know why there was 1 room left. They did switch our room and they gave us future travel credit. Well with some of that credit we decided to take the train to visit friends in Reno. The ride there was great, relaxing and pretty comfortable. The train home? We get to the station and the train is delayed a few hours and they weren't sure when it would actually arrive. If we didn't want to wait there would be a bus going to Sacramento and they would give us credit for the inconvenience. We decided to take the bus. Well as soon as the driver closed the doors and started driving off he announced that someone one the last trip broke the bathroom so we would have to wait till Colfax to use a restroom. We get to Colfax and the driver tells us we have 10 minutes and the bus won't wait. There are only 2 one person bathrooms and bus load of people you do the math, not to mention someone decided to wash up in one of them and i don't mean just their hands. Well we all made it back on the bus and to Sacramento. Well we still had credits from the Chicago trip and now from the Reno trip, enough to go to San Diego for free. It was coach but comfortable enough. The train down was perfect. Had some great views including the ocean. The trip back was an absolute nightmare. It was fine leaving San Diego, but i think it was right before we were getting into L.A. we had what they call a trespassing strike. In other words the train hit a person on the tracks. All along the section we were in were homeless camps. We had to sit there for hours while they did the investigation. Thats when you see the ugly side of human nature. Someone's loved one is dead and you had people drinking it up and partying and others pissed off that they are delayed. No regard for the life that was lost. After awhile we went to food car (not a dining car) to get something to eat since we hadn't eaten any breakfast. Well we had waited too long. Most the food was gone, so we grabbed a couple of snacks and went back to our seats. It was 4 or 5 hours later we pull into L.A. and they tell us to go into the station in a certain section and wait. We waited a couple hours thinking we would be getting back on the train. Nope they arranged busses to take us to the Bakersfield station where we would catch another train. The bus was crammed full, gross bathroom and so hot. We get off at Bakersfield and nobody told us anything. We got some snacks out of the vending machine and waited. Some folks after awhile went to the counter to find out what's going. Come to find out we had to purchase tickets for the train because it was a different route and was only going to Stockton! Well everyone bought their tickets and they gave some food vouchers. Finally the train showed up, they brought it in just for us because there was no more trains scheduled out of that station. Everyone was tired, hungry and angry from the lack of information. The crew was getting frustrated because everyone is grilling them and they weren't told anything either other than they were going to have to work overtime. After awhile they finally open the food car which of course everyone was heading to. It is now about 6pm and we boarded the first train 5 or 6 am. We get to the food car and people start ordering from the menu. Hamburger, sorry we don't have it, ok a hotdog then, sorry don't have it. My husband who is the calmist man finally couldn't take it anymore snapped and yelled why don't you just tell us what you do have. She got upset which i completely understand this isn't her fault and she has no idea what we have been going through. I had my husband go back to our seats while i got us something to eat. We get to Stockton to find out we have to get off and board another bus to Sacramento. 10 minutes after we pull into the Sacramento train station our original train pulls into the station. Do to the fact that we paid for the trip with credits, we didn't any get credit back for this trip, not that we would have used anyway.

[@MrPriebster]

Dang I'm taking this trip in one week hopefully it goes better time wise but wow those views look great!

[@PUFFFIRE]

The Bedroom is a great room your own shower and toilet we got that on the Texas Eagle from Dallas To Chicago last year. The Family Room is large and the good thing about that is the bathrooms and shower are steps away from that room.

[@MICHELLE-gu2qc]

I like how the American trains have observation cabin. Your stations and trains are very different to Australia. Thats a huge delay. I felt sorry for you in Eugene you looked so defeated. I think the luxury train in the Rocky Mountains is magical. It would make a great video. Or one of those luxury buses over night travel.

[@erscolo3684]

I have never rode on Amtrack, and only twice on any train in my 62 years on this planet. Neither of those trips were overnight or covered long distances. Watching your video reminds me just how lucky I am. No train tips on the agenda before watching this, and none planned after watching this. It does no good to gripe, so I will just skip it and avoid any reason to gripe. My automobile works just fine. Go back to the automobile, you will get there quicker and the videos will be more upbeat.

[@SWExplore]

Some of the views were truly spectacular, so thanks for sharing with us, Josh and Aimee. I can tell you that I will Never Ever be using Amtrak for any of my travels in the US. If I were guys, I'd be asking for a major discount considering all of the delays and lack of food you had experienced.

[@karlstriepe8050]

Roomettes on the upper floor are best for sleep. Less bumpy and sleeping with your feet toward the direction of travel. Somehow, in the rooms, sleeping diagonal to the train's momentum disrupts sleep, I find.

[@jeriw3876]

Amtrak is at the mercy of freight trains, thus all of the delays. Take your time getting to your destination. Don't plan connections that you might miss due to delays. I definitely recommend ear plugs. Trains have to blow their horns when going over traffic intersections, and they might also block wheel sounds if you are on the lower level. My husband & I have done both roomettes and the bedrooms. We certainly love traveling by Amtrak. Seeing all of the parts of the country you'd miss flying, meeting lots of people who also love traveling by train, and arriving at your destination rested if you're used to driving. We usually drive from Cleveland to New Orleans to visit family and at this point, it takes us around 3 days. (65 years old) Add cost of meals, gas, and hotels when considering price. Rooms include the price of your meals. We've gone from Cleveland to New Orleans on Amtrak twice now. Cleveland to Chicago via Lakeshore Limited, then Chicago to New Orleans via the City of New Orleans. If you are over 60, you may also qualify for a 10% discount.

[@kracker675]

I work at the California Men’s Colony, which is the prison that you pass at 11:10 in San Luis Obispo. I’ve heard the train but never seen it go by before.

[@garyhinchey4086]

I wish the U.S. had quality trains like Europe, our tracks are mostly used for freight, and are in terrible shape my wife and I took Amtrak from L.A. to Chicago and loved it, food was great, ya need to accept your gonna get tossed around unexpectedly at times.

[@DHanlon]

Damn, Paps got a lot better looking. 😂

[@calledtojourney]

So sorry that you had such a rough time! I've heard that Amtrak is notorious for those kinds of delays.

[@leeman1525]

Yeah, Amtrak doesn’t own most of the tracks they operate on. They need their own dedicated tracks and then delays would be minimal.

[@NisuUuno]

She is adorable

[@mandatoe]

Traveling on Amtrak = "Well at least we have a good story now."

[@mikescott6978]

Josh, Amy is a lot cuter traveling companion than Pop's.

[@davidnewhouse9403]

I was wondering when you were going to do an Amtrak trip.

[@rdleroy]

Your videos are always well done and you, whether with Amy or Pops, are interesting and truthful but always optimistic. You have to roll with the proverbial punches to enjoy travel. HOWEVER, this trip was just awful. I have watched other Amtrak travel videos. As an American I feel embarrassed that this is our country’s train travel. Kudos for staying positive as long as you did. The last insult was what they offered for all your discomfort🙄. Thanks for all the great videos and beautiful sites.

[@romanvalenzuela7017]

lmfao his wife was not impressed by this train room lol

[@stevenhuang8154]

We went on the Sunset Limited with two kids. The train was delayed for 8 hours but it was at the start so we got to wait at home. Yes I would ride Amtrak again. We had the bedroom with private bath. There is nothing like it. California Zephyr has better scenery.

[@martharunstheworld]

I love your video, so sorry you had a rough time! I've taken Amtrak and couple times and both times it was delayed by quite a bit of time. I decided that Amtrak was not for me. Better to rent a car. PS: 20%????????? Outrageous!!! They should have offered 50% at least!

[@alliesyn]

I take an Amtrak train from New Mexico home to Southern California where I’m from usually once a year. It’s tough sleeping on a train and there’s always some kinda chaos. Hahah. But it’s cheap so. I guess it’s understandable? I would be bummed if I paid a ton for a private room though. Those rooms can cost easily $800-$1000+ ! They should be serving steak dinners for that price haha.

[@cfbijou]

My mom and I had the same miserable experience back in the late 90s (same LA to Seattle route--but we did it RT, so double the misery). I wrote a multi-page letter of complaints to Amtrak and they gave us a voucher for 100% of our cost for a future trip. My mom and dad used it, since there is no way I was going to give it another try, and their trip was just as bad. So, ya... I wouldn't put yourself through giving them another chance.

[@christopherlands2706]

I have looked into trains recently but the cost was always more than 2 or 3 times other ways to get to where I was going. 25 years ago I did San Diego-Santa Barbara-San Fransisco and had a good experience but I was in college, and in no hurry, so the many delays didn’t bother me at that point and the views were great. I want to try the Bright-line in FL at some point tho.

[@Runfromsnek]

Take the credit if it allows use on the bullet train when they make it! Tbh that experience sounds like the worst but it was interesting to watch great history segment on how west coast train system is inconsistent

[@violetbf3773]

Oh man! I was looking forward to this video. But I wasn’t expecting the outcome. I’m sorry you guys had such a bad experience. I think this is the first time I see you so disappointed of a trip. I believe in second chances, but they should’ve given you guys a free trip, not just 20% off.

[@billstreett1939]

You're 6' 3" - damn, that makes Pops, what, 7'0"?!?!

[@slighwentwalking2024]

Those views were amazing. I am generally a patient traveler. I have had long bus rides and delays are part of the experience. I don't ever want to be 'complaining guy'....really folks....don't be that guy 😂

[@wj6063]

Thank you for your video on the rails! At least the bathroom works?

[@elizabethleonard8278]

I probably could have survived the delay in somewhat good spirits if I’d had decent food available. But delays plus no food would have made me very hangry!!

[@robertclark8546]

That's too bad, my trip on the Starlight train was one of the best trips I've ever taken. It's damn shame Amtrak has to make way for freight trains

[@JamesDuncan-Author]

Don't judge Amtrac travel experience as being the standard for train travel. Canada's Mountaineer is beyond delight.

[@nealjohnson1461]

I’ve enjoyed my 2 Amtrak trips but then again I never went through what you all did. Maybe my sleep patterns are a bit strange also because I have never had a bad nights sleep in the 4 nights I slept on Amtrak. Other than taking that trans Canadian train trip I think I will stick with the RV for my travel

[@steadystate4015]

Coastal Starlight is worth it, but yeeeeeah don't expect to arrive anywhere in Oregon and Washington on time.

[@steadystate4015]

to be fair, i paid for a coach sit one way for $120, so that's what i meant by "worth it"

[@stevec5657]

I'd give them another try, but I would research other alternative travel options along the route, just in case 😁

[@wendypederson243]

served wine and cake to help pass the time...win win.

[@marlo7218]

Ha “ we will probably arrive in 10-12 days”😀

[@laurarandolph5600]

You should try one of the luxury Canadian trains; forget Amtrak...

[@gerarda1705]

I live in los Angeles, Amtrak is not my favorite way to travel!

[@ericroe]

Sounds like you have a couple of issues and while delays are common, 9 hours of delays isn’t. I’d suggest you give riding the train another shot. Try taking the train from Sacramento to Denver (or vice versa). Typically the family bedroom is ~$400 more than a normal bedroom, odd the family bedroom was cheaper on your trip.

[@markyuen2312]

20% off on your future Amtrack Trip? After what you (and Amy) gone through??😂😂😂😂