Well Ive traveled by train, jet, bus,truck, drove to Ca. and back, and just went on the big boat with the mouse. For my money, I'll take the train anyday. If the Govt. would put Amtrak on the same footing as the others( funding wise), we'd be able to go alot more places. If your taking more than an overnight trip, spend the extra bucks for a sleeper. It's not Motel 6, but at least you can stretch out, and your meals are included. On shoter trips, go business. The extra $25 from Philly to Niagra Falls last Oct. was well worth it.
BTW, yes I do like trains( although I profer steam), and I do work for a railroad(engineer/conductor)