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What's up with the SWC 4? One day on time, next day huge delays. Today over 8 hrs late. Looks like the problems are in CA but not clear. Any knowledge on this?

I notice that BNSF is replacing ties for many miles west of Dodge City. Is this possible much-needed improvement of that section of rail for passenger trains? Or just improvement to basic freight standards? What exactly needs to be done to the rail in this region to make it work for higher...

I'm headed to Raton in a few weeks on SWC and have booked a Hertz rental car. My understanding is that the Hertz dealer is near Raton station but have never used the service there. Anyone with any experience renting from Hertz in Raton? Is it in easy walking distance? Any other advice?

Does anyone know why the SWC eastbound is running consistently late, especially starting around Raton Pass? It strikes me that they're having a hard time maintaining their schedule, even when arriving early into ABQ. Track work somewhere?

I know this topic has been tossed around before, but I was on the SWC today and had a chat with the conductor. He claimed the word is that the SWC may be permanently rerouted from Newton south to Wichita then on to Belen, skipping Hutchinson, LaJunta, Raton Pass, Lamy and ABQ. The argument, he...

I picked up a rumor while in Newton, Kans., that changes were underway at the Newton, Kans., station. While there, I did observe what appears to be a new ticket booth in the NE corner of the existing waiting area. Historical significance aside, this virtually eliminates any return of checked...