Here are some tips that helped me when I took the train from Los Angeles to Albuquerque - a GREAT trip!

To help save a bit of money on the trip, be sure and take some of your own snacks along. Although meals and snacks are available, they are fairly high priced.

You might want to take a pillow along if you are riding in a regular seat. Also, you might take slippers along - so you can take your shoes or boots off. On some (all?) trains for long distance, the seats recline, and may even have a foot rest like a recliner chair. Makes for a comfortable nap!

Have a great time - don't miss your sweeties too much!