I've taken over 20 Amtrak routes around the US and Canada. These 5 offered the most stunning views.

As a frequent rider, I think the Amtrak Builder, Cascades, and California Zephyr are some of the most beautiful train routes in North America.
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This 544-mile Train Ride Connects New York and Canada—With Small Towns, Wine Country Stops, and Niagara River Views

Amtrak's Maple Leaf route stops in some of the Northeast's prettiest small towns.
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This 381-mile Train Route Is the Best Way to See the East Coast—With Small Towns, Mountains, and Lake Champlain Views

The East Coast has never looked better than from the window of a train car.

Ride in the cab of a working steam train at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is bringing back its popular footplate experiences for the 2026 season, giving visitors the rare chance to ride in the cab of its historic locomotives.

I took a $185 lie-flat overnight bus across Europe instead of the train. It was slower — but I slept better.

On board the bus from Amsterdam to Zurich, the hotel-grade bathroom was roomy, well lit, and plush enough for a nighttime routine.
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A perfect day in Canterbury; medieval streets, history & stunning views

Looking for the perfect day trip from London? Let me show you why Canterbury is one of the most underrated spots in the UK. In this video, I take a quick train ride from London to the medieval city of ...
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Apple Vision Pro used to train crew on new Class 99 locomotives

Spatial computing is being used for remote learning by GB Railfreight staff ahead of their new Class 99s entering service. The new technology uses the JigSpace App on an Apple Vision Pro to train crew ...