These rail journeys showcase the best autumnal scenery from Washington to Vermont.
The voyage also features an overnight stop in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
This route gives travelers the opportunity to appreciate autumn from both an urban and rural perspective.

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The train goes both directions, and the trip lasts about an hour and 15 minutes.
The three-hour round-trip journey culminates at the 14,115-foot peak of America’s Mountain.
The ride can take anywhere from four to five and a half hours.

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