“Moon River” was just one of the surprises aboard the California Zephyr, an Amtrak train that runs from Chicago to Emeryville, Calif., a more than 2,000-mile journey that takes passengers ...
The California Zephyr, Amtrak's lengthiest long-distance route, runs from Chicago to San Francisco. The 2,438-mile journey takes 52 hours. The train traverses breathtaking scenery and panoramic views.