Apparently you didn't go to the link or missed it. The box 'The Ghan - In Numbers' states other cars include crew, luggage and powervan cars. As you will see in the video there is also a auto carrier.Did anyone else notice that the car count doesn't match the makeup described?
That is a fact!!! That trip is now on the bucket list,looks amazing!Geez!
Don't go to the Ghan web site and look at what they offer accommodation and meals/beverages wise at even just the Gold Service level.
Doing so really puts into perspective how droll and aged Amtrak is by comparison.
Car info on their website: Taking your car on The Ghan.No mention of the Auto Train in this article. I realize it's a bit of a different beast, but you'd think it would bear a mention.
Also, I wonder how they handle station stops. Surely they aren't built to handle a train that length? I would guess double or even triple spots would be standard? Would make for some long dwell times. [Or maybe they tell everyone to hike 1/4 mile to the middle of the train?
Ah, okay. Judging from the website, this is more of a land-cruise than a transportation service. It's almost like they have ports of call rather than station stops. They even offer local tours, etc. So obviously the dwell time is longer by intention. With so few stations I'm guessing the platforms are purpose-built for this train.Car info on their website: Taking your car on The Ghan.No mention of the Auto Train in this article. I realize it's a bit of a different beast, but you'd think it would bear a mention.
Also, I wonder how they handle station stops. Surely they aren't built to handle a train that length? I would guess double or even triple spots would be standard? Would make for some long dwell times. [Or maybe they tell everyone to hike 1/4 mile to the middle of the train?
You asked about train dwell times. They stop three times along the way. The stops range from 2 - 4 hours.
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