The Empire builder seems to have a following, at least for those who frequent the great Northwest/Glacier National Park. It is a drive. Return trip east. Early morning I left Apgar Camp Ground, a 12 hr. day on the road to Fargo, South Dakota, over night. Day two, on a redirect, I wanted to cross the Michigan Saginaw Bridge, another long day, Overnight Michigan. Alternative to the Upper peninsula of Michigan, which is scenic, and very rural, is two cities, Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Chicago, Illinois, interesting traffic at best. Chicago traffic some of the worst I've seen. Returned to western PA the third day. from Michigan after a visit with my one remaining Great Aunt.
From Western Pa to Glacier National Park, there is an Amtrak depot, lodging with in walking distance of the depot, and rentals available. Probably at the least 4 or 5 days. Amtrak never seemed to be real good at talking hours. IMO, Mike CT.
When does Amtrak long distance stop? A lot of people frequenting the Facebook Glacier National Park sight seem intent on taking the train??
The Amtrak station East Glacier National Park has an old historic rural park look. So I guess they would be taking down the Amtrak signs.
So ends the Empire builder.
