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Trains from GVL to New Orleans + NYC

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#DYK: Amtrak stops at Greenville’s red brick train station along one of its most-traveled routes? The Crescent passenger train runs from New Orleans to New York City (1,377 miles each way) with stops in Clemson, Greenville and Spartanburg. You can also head to Atlantic City, NJ or Ocean City, MD, with a small Amtrak connection.

The options: Choose a coach or business class seat, or reserve one of the Viewliner Bedrooms + enjoy dinner in the dining car if you’re feeling extra fancy. 🍸 Take a closer look inside the rooms with Amtrak’s virtual tours.

🚆 Greenville ➡️ New York’s Penn Station

$145+

~ 15 hours

🚆 Greenville ➡️ New Orleans

$130+

~ 15 hours 31 minutes (hey, we never said it was quick.)
🍂 Haven’t had a chance to go up North for the fall yet? Take the Crescent train to NYC and then ride the “Great Dome” car on the Adirondack Route alllllll the way to Montreal (from August - September). The dome car features windows on all sides (including the roof) giving scenic views of northern New England’s prettiest landscapes.

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