I have never been on a Amtrak train and would like to know If you can really feel how fast you’re going. I’ve been on an air plane and I know you don't know how fast you’re going. Plus I would never take greyhound again so hoping Amtrak is the right choice from Philadelphia […]
a friend told me that one can watch the view of the underwater life through the windows of the train as it travels inside the water? is it true
Answer: Your friend was kidding you. The Chunnel is like any other tunnel, totally dark. You must learn not to be so gullible!
Answer: The train your friend […]
It was brought there by “boat” !!
Answer: The 'gravy train' refers to the American civil war when clandestine operatives crossed lines. It was a noted ply of the trade, back in the day, for spy's of the north army to steal passage on burial train being delivered across lines. This effective mode of transport dearing […]
Are there any trains going from Chicago to Kansas? If there’s, can you tell me what they’re and give me more information? I'm planning to go to Kansas by train
Answer: Amtrak runs to Chicago.Go here for more info http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentSer…
Answer: The Southwest Chief leaves Chicago daily at 3:15 PM and arrives in KC about 10:15. […]
I am hoping to make a train journey from Edinburgh Waverly to Glasgow Queen Street. I am a child and I would like a same day return ticket. Can anyone tell me the best way to word my wishes when I order my ticket? I'm not good with words and I don't want to seem […]
Ok here's a odd question for all you USA, railroad engineers.
Since up until the confort cabs came along, like the new 44W's AC/DC units. I know the Gp's, a older SD 40's didn't have a toliet. Where did you guys crap? In a black plastic garbage bag? lol
Answer: You laugh about the black plastic […]
as in, when i get the train station at the last minute?
Answer: There are two types of upgrade: if you have an Advance ticket for a particular train and select to travel on an earlier one, you’ll be charged the standard single fare, which is £71, less the price you paid for the Advance ticket, […]
I've heard rumors that they were. Anyone know?
Answer: Unfortunately, it appears unlikely, unless Congress forces them to do so. A shame…
Answer: Nope. Katrina took out the service, but in the meantime more coaches have been damaged or worn out, and now they don't have enough equipment.
You have the U.S. government […]
I'm going on a really long train journey this week, and I need some ways to pass the time without being bored to tears!!! I get travel sick easily so I can't read or do puzzles or anything, which sucks. I’ve a load of music to take with me, but other than that, what can […]
I’ve noticed on a few railroads in US that there’s a sign on the signals that’s yellow, and shows a G. What does it mean to the engineer?
Answer: It's called a grade signal.It means you can pass it when it's red without stopping at restricted speed.You'll notice that all the signals you see them […]