Amtrak Empire Builder (Train 7) runs from Chicago Union Station to Seattle King Street Station — 3,389 km across the northern United States in approximately 46 hours. Following the route of the Great Northern Railway through the Mississippi Valley, North Dakota, Montana, and the Cascade Mountains, it is one of Amtrak's most popular and scenic long-distance services.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago Union Station Chicago | Start | 14:15 |
| 2 | Denver Union Station Denver | — | — |
| 3 | Portland Union Station Portland | 14:30 (+1d) | 14:45 (+1d) |
| 4 | Seattle King Street Station Seattle | 20:45 (+1d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official United States railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Amtrak Empire Builder (Train 7) runs from Chicago Union Station to Seattle King Street Station — 3,389 km across the northern United States in approximately 46 hours. Following the route of the Great Northern Railway through the Mississippi Valley, North Dakota, Montana, and the Cascade Mountains, it is one of Amtrak's most popular and scenic long-distance services.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 4 stops with a total journey time of approximately 30h 30m.
Available travel classes include Coach, Roomette, Bedroom. Fares start from USD 85 for Coach.
Book Empire Builder tickets at amtrak.com, the official Amtrak portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
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Book Empire Builder tickets at amtrak.com, the official Amtrak portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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