Hello everyone!
I'll be taking my first train trip this August (still don't have an exact date, but will be around the 3rd week) from Chicago to Portland and then back to Chicago on the Empire Builder. My question is regarding seating and accomodations. I'll be having knee surgery about a week before my trip so I will need to have my leg stretched out, I have heard that the best place for me to sit would be in the first row of the lower level coach because there is a decent open space in front of it, I won't have to climb the stairs and there are far less people down there that could bump into my leg. I'm not all that worried about having a great view or dealing with track noise and coach is the only thing in my price range. Also it's my understanding that there is an accessible restroom on the lower level, which would make things a lot easier. Just wondering if anyone can attest to these things I've heard. Also, any tips and advice for my experience would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Kyle
I'll be taking my first train trip this August (still don't have an exact date, but will be around the 3rd week) from Chicago to Portland and then back to Chicago on the Empire Builder. My question is regarding seating and accomodations. I'll be having knee surgery about a week before my trip so I will need to have my leg stretched out, I have heard that the best place for me to sit would be in the first row of the lower level coach because there is a decent open space in front of it, I won't have to climb the stairs and there are far less people down there that could bump into my leg. I'm not all that worried about having a great view or dealing with track noise and coach is the only thing in my price range. Also it's my understanding that there is an accessible restroom on the lower level, which would make things a lot easier. Just wondering if anyone can attest to these things I've heard. Also, any tips and advice for my experience would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Kyle