Amtrak's most iconic ride wasn't always the experience it is today. Here's a look at the history of the California Zephyr.

The cost of traveling the U.S. by train depends on how travelers choose to ride. For those sticking with coach class, tickets ...

Q: We recently traveled on Amtrak's California Zephyr from Chicago to Sacramento. It was not a good experience. When we entered the sleeper bedroom, it was readily apparent that the visual ...

For us on the Zephyr, Union Pacific lines, which Amtrak’s report card in 2021 gave a C-plus, were significantly delayed by two to three hours in each direction.

I booked an overnight train in an Amtrak bedroom, a private cabin with a full bathroom, and thought it didn't feel cramped for my 30-hour journey.

All aboard! The California Zephyr just turned 75, and the Chicago-to-San Francisco Amtrak train — known for its breathtaking scenery — is still chugging along. A ceremony with cake and ...