Travel by train from Toronto to New-York?

Question

I'm planning to go to New-York by train from Toronto.

Can someone tell me from their experience is it a good idea?How is the seats(Economy class)? Is it possible to sleep?

Is there any bars in the train? TV?

Answer 1

My mom took the Amtrak from Toronto - NYC before.

She told me there is no TV, but I believe there was food service.

It's a bit of a long trip, but if you have something to keep you occupied (read, video games, laptop) you should be ok.

Or, you can just sleep.

Answer 2

I've taken Amtrak before. It's a fairly comfortable ride, but I've heard that passing the border in a train takes at least a couple of hours. There is a small selection of food and drinks, nothing too great.

I wouldn't suggest it if you have other options available, but it can't be too bad.

Answer 3

you could talk via rail or Amtrak from Toronto union station to new york  penn station

Answer 4

Do yourself a favour and save for a plane ticket.

The trip via train is brutal, I've done it.  It's like 13 hours while the plane takes all of 50 minutes.