New York to Los Angeles by Amtrak Sleeper Train
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Published 2023-02-26
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Today I’m taking this Amtrak sleeper train across the USA from New York to Los Angeles. The journey will take around 62 hours, passing through 12 states and 3,000 miles. I’m actually taking my Dad along with me today so let’s see how we get on in a roomette, and then for the longer stage of the journey the Amtrak Bedroom. I’ll show you what the dining options are like for each meal, the variety of classes, from First Class to coach and how you shower onboard. This is one of the longest train journeys I’ve taken to date and I can’t wait to share with you each step of the way.
Now this is a little different to many of my other train adventures, you can't exactly call this luxury but it's iconic and showcases the excitement of travelling across the entire continent of North America by train. You see things differently when crossing by rail.
0:00 - Intro
1:47 - My Roomette
5:57 - Bedtime
8:10 - Chicago
10:24 - Amtrak Bedroom
14:28 - Dinner
17:31 - Colorado
19:16 - Observation Car
23:17 - New Mexico
25:23 - California / Cost
All Comments (21)
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Get PayPal Honey for FREE today ▸ joinhoney.com/trektrendy Thank you for watching. Next time, i'll be posting my Ritz Carlton Yacht review. Can't wait to share. Hope everyone has a brilliant week ahead :)
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I’m a 70yo disabled veteran and I’ve always wanted to take a trip like this. Since I’m trying to survive on Social Security here in NY i couldn’t afford to take a trip like this. This video is absolutely great and I’m very thankful you shared it with all of us. God bless you and Thank You so very much.
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“Rail travel isn’t about cutting time or money, it’s about the experience.” Well said
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Back in 1955, i was a young girl. My mom remarried and she and daddy took me to california to meet his family. I never forgort leaving chicago. Dome diner cars, pink table linens, roses on the table, gold colored utensils, the upper bunk with nlue night light and a small window. I was so excited i watched outside passing by. The kindness of the porters, the shirley temple drink in the bar car... and much more daddy took a picture of us in our compartment, and i have the silliest smile on my face.. the train stopped in reno and ad I lts got off to gamble for the layever. The porter was responsible, kind of " baby-sitting ".from afar . Brought me hot cocoa and cookies.. america needs her trains again. Air travel is brutally stressful
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Can't replace the time spent with your father. Priceless...
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I was lost, Sunday night, dark room, cold outside. Trek Trendy has uploaded. Life is good again. Welcome back king 👑
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Watching this was hard. I lost my dad in 2018. From 2007-2010, I worked for an airline and was able to treat him to multiple trips - NYC, MIA, and a random trip to Tucson where we rented a car and drove to Tombstone. Looking back, I was naive and never would've imagined that 10 years later, he'd be gone. I miss him, and am so glad you're sharing your trip with your dad. Such a great man.
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I did the Seattle to Miami journey, in 1993. 22 years old and all in Coach. I loved every minute.
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Beautiful watching you and your father traveling across country together. I lost my father a few years ago and so I just imagined how great it must be for both of you. I would love to do trip like that. Thank you for sharing your journey.
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Gotta admit, I feel like with 630k subscribers, your channel is severely under appreciated. The way you film, your narration, the history or information you provide, it makes for a really entertaining video. Keep up the great content!
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25:53-26:02. "Travel by rail is not about saving time or money, but instead it’s about escaping to a bubble of a simpler time. And for that, I love it.” I'm glad you got to experience this trip with your father. And thank you for your POV about different types of travel and different strengths of each. Bubbles sound wonderful these days.
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FYI, the Metropolitan Lounge in Chicago has some really nice private showers available to sleeper guests for free, complete with soap, shampoo, and towels. You only need to ask for it at the lounge desk. Thanks for a great Amtrak video, it looks like you had a fun trip.
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Love that you were in NM, my home state! I'm just a bit south of Raton and a bit north of Albuquerque, in Santa Fe! You really did it right. From the sheer size to the amazing varying scenery, to the extreme weather, you can say that you truly experienced the US with your dad! Great memories you'll have, and I'm so grateful that you shared! I also love how much you valued the experience with your dad. As someone that no longer has living parents, I can say those experiences are priceless.
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I am obsessed with train travel. It really isn’t about the destination, it’s about the trip to get there. I love your videos for that reason.
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I'm glad you took your dad with you on this trip. When I was five my mom and I took an Amtrak from Michigan to California. Despite developing an inner ear infection on the way there, I had a great time. She passed away last June and after watching this video I've dug out the album with our pictures from that trip. One of these days I'll have to do this again.
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The qualitytime with your dad is priceless. Mad respect bro
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Out of all the things you’ve done, this one is one you’ll remember and cherish. Always good to spend family time
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It was great that dad got to go with you and for both of you to see how big our country is and how varied the terrain.
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I know they aren't the main focus of the videos, but your shots of the countryside passing by are gorgeous. The image of the mesa outside the dining room table while waiting for lunch in New Mexico (21:28) is beautiful, for one example. Thank you for sharing all the parts of your travels, not only the modes of transportation but the scenery, too.
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Thank you for trying your best to be kind with your comments about Amtrak. It’s far from perfect. but better than nothing. I love living vicariously through your adventures. Thank you!
