I think that AMTrack needs more customers as they are losing income. My wife's Uncle came to visit us from a AMTrack train from Chicago, it was cheaper than flying and had more room and stuff on it than airplanes. For example, it had power outlets for people to plug in laptops, or any other electrical devices. He said some business people had laptops, cell phones, and other stuff to do business while on the train. Plus there was more room between the seats to stretch and get some sleep.

We took a train from St. Louis to Hermann Missouri, and it was great, only $30USD round trip per person.