My family tried traveling by train instead of car, and I get the hype. Here are 6 ways rail travel is better.

Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Homepage Newsletters Log in Subscribe Travel Amanda Adler 2023-05-12T13:57:38Z After taking road trips throughout the US, I tried traveling by Amtrak train instead. My experiences on the rails have been comfortable and hassle-free, albeit not the most efficient. Trains aren't the answer for every trip, but I've begun to incorporate them into more of my travels. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Advertisement Ahead of my family vacation to California, I dreamed of cruising down the Pacific Coast Highway. There was just one problem: My son suffered from terrible car sickness.To avoid scrubbing vomit out of a rental car's upholstery, I booked tickets on the Amtrak Coast Starlight from Oakland to Santa...