I met a retired couple traveling from Salem, Ore., to Simi Valley who said the cost of their standard sleeper was comparable to traveling by air, even with a discount they found on the Internet. There are also routes from Los Angeles to Orlando. Hey, it won't take you to the Caribbean, but it's worth trying. And the airport will still be there when you need it. California routes Amtrak operates a 22,000-mile passenger rail system serving more than 500 communities in 45 states.
All fares below are one way from originating point to end of the route.
Sleeper car fares are based on double occupancy and include meals. Stops in Reno, Salt Lake City, Denver. Stops in Albuquerque and Kansas City. Stops in Tucson, El Paso, San Antonio, Houston, New Orleans. Nine-hour trip, with 11 runs daily.