Chicago’s Railroad Problem

Re:Chicago’s Railroad Problem by selectodude on Tuesday July 25, 2023 @11:10AM (#36863465)

It’s not viable. The United States is too wealthy for passengers to waste days on a train. They’ll simply fly in 4 hours. Furthermore, that Chicago to Los Angeles train already exists and runs daily.

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Re:Chicago’s Railroad Problem by mthamil on Tuesday July 25, 2023 @01:55PM (#36866528)

This is the perspective of someone who doesn't understand how most people in the US live. Air travel is not affordable for many people.

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Re:Chicago’s Railroad Problem by zimzam on Tuesday July 25, 2023 @03:21PM (#36867935)

Air travel is usually cheaper than Amtrak though.

To travel from NYC to Chicago on Aug. 21st:

Flight: $124 nonstop (2hr 40 min) or $85 with layover (7 hours)

Greyhound (bus): $170 (23.5 hours)

Amtrak: $144 (19.5 hours)

If you value your time and/or your money the flights usually win

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