Reading Railway Signals?

[inspiration100]

On my next trip I would find it fun to be able to understand the railway signals. Can anyone provide me with a thread here where it's been discussed how to read them or a website that talks about it well?

Thanks!

 

[Joel N. Weber II]

On my next trip I would find it fun to be able to understand the railway signals. Can anyone provide me with a thread here where it's been discussed how to read them or a website that talks about it well?Thanks!

Where are you traveling, exactly?

Traditionally, each railroad has potentially had its own signal scheme, and the equipment often has not been replaced as mergers happen.

 

[inspiration100]

Next trip will again be the good ol' Coast Starlight so Seattle to LA

 

[inspiration100]

Any help?