Texan Eagle
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I have often read things being said, and observed it myself too, directly and indirectly that Union Pacific doesn't really like having Amtrak passenger trains on its network. BNSF on the other hand, is relatively warm in letting Amtrak trains on its network. I was wondering, just a random thought, is it technically possible to pull off all Amtrak services from Union Pacific tracks and re-route them via BNSF or any other railroad's tracks without "killing" any service? Assuming a hypothetical situation that this happens, what could be the alternate possible routes, specifically for the five western LD trains- EB, CZ, SWC, TE/SL and CS? Would any of these five routes continue without any change to existing passenger stops? What towns would lose train service and what towns could possibly gain Amtrak service if this is done?
PS: I do not work for BNSF nor do I have any personal grudge against UP. Just a curiosity based question.
PS: I do not work for BNSF nor do I have any personal grudge against UP. Just a curiosity based question.