Small Departures · Signature escapes
Somewhere different.
A train home.
A few starting points for a little time away. Choose one, pick your date, and check the trains before you go.
Day trip · From Raleigh
Durham for the day
Take the train from Raleigh for brick courtyards, a walk through downtown Durham, and time to find something good to eat.
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One night · From Seattle
Portland, between the pages
Leave Seattle for a browse at Powell’s City of Books, a change of scene, and a night in Portland. Take the train home the next day.
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Day trip · From Los Angeles
San Diego for sunset
Ride from Los Angeles to San Diego, wander the waterfront, and leave room for sunset before the train home.
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Day trip · From Austin
Temple, off the clock
Leave Austin for the old Santa Fe Depot, railroad stories, and a wander around Temple’s plaza. A small change of scene, with a train home that evening.
Pick your date →Planned schedules, with official rail restrictions checked for your date. Tickets, accommodation and live running status are separate. Photo credits on each escape page.