Many things changed in the past few years. Coach no longer includes meals but there is a place to buy food "cafe"
Pillows and blankets are supplied in the rooms
Do they still have a breakfast? Contintial Breakfast - Egg sandwich (yuk), cereal/Milk, Coffee, OJ
What is the procedure for getting seats, are they assigned when you arrive at the station? Rooms are assigned at booking
Any other items we should know about?
You better be steady on your feet - stairs are tight and steep. The ride is rough. Departs at 5 pm and is scheduled to arrive about 10. It is often Late, once it was early. The trip can be delayed for freight trains on the line as they have priority. Advantage: removes about 2/3 of my drive. Coach seats as low as $100. Flying is cheaper and faster - but car rental is $$$. As a solo driver I cannot drive 3 days anymore safely. Top bunk is hard to climb into. Bedrooms include private toilet (yeah) but pricey.
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