Amtrak Rail Service, Green River / Moab Utah

Traveling to Moab, Utah via Amtrak rail service is a great way to see the country, including southeastern Utah and the region's national parks and many picturesque recreation areas. Easy to use, Amtrak provides a no-hassle alternative to driving and is much more scenic and relaxing than traveling to Moab by air.

The thrill of train travel is lost to many Americans. Too bad! Getting to places like Moab, Utah aboard the train is both scenic and exciting. Some travelers, fortunately, still recognize the advantages of taking the train and arrive in the Moab region via Amtrak's California Zephyr rail service from various towns in the U.S.

Train travel aboard Amtrak's California Zephyr railroad line (Chicago to Emeryville, CA) can be a wonderful experience for all ages. The relaxing pace of the train and the beauty that is evident outside its windows makes for an ideal vacation, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In addition, Amtrak trains conveniently stop in the nearby town of Green River, Utah, just 45 minutes from Moab and all its outdoor recreation.

Several motels are available for train passengers who arrive in this small town of 900, but there is no car rental service. Amtrak railroad passengers who require car rental services may instead disembark at Grand Junction, Colorado and drive 2 hours to Moab or hire a shuttle service from that city.

Amtrak's California Zephyr runs daily so service is convenient. For your comfort during the rail journey, you can reserve a spacious coach seat or a "roomette" or bedroom in one of the sleeping cars.