Train vs train

Amtrak's Empire Builder vs California Zephyr

Amtrak's Empire Builder appears in 12 packaged vacations from $1,495; California Zephyr in 88 from $309. Both comparisons below come from verified operator records, not opinion.

Amtrak's Empire BuilderCalifornia Zephyr
TypeScenic or scheduled serviceScenic or scheduled service
Trips that ride it1288
Operators selling it13
Trip durations5 to 14 days3 to 26 days
Cheapest trip$1,495$309
Median trip price$3,395$1,809
Core countriesCanada, United StatesCanada, United States