Is there any talk of expanding Amtrak Cascades to Sacramento?

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NorthWest

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Posted by NorthWest on Thursday, September 11, 2014 7:52 AM

I don't think so. The only major cities in Oregon are Medford, Roseburg, and Grants Pass, (or Klamath Falls) all under 100,000. The route isn't suitable for any sort of fast running, being very steep and curvy.

daveklepper

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Posted by daveklepper on Thursday, September 11, 2014 7:10 AM

Is there rider potential between Eugene and Sacramento to justify more frequent service?

NorthWest

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Posted by NorthWest on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 5:17 PM

No, and the troubles with the border have been resolved.

CSSHEGEWISCH

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Posted by CSSHEGEWISCH on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 9:57 AM

Since the "Cascades" are funded in part by the states of Washington and Oregon, any southern extension beyond Eugene is highly unlikely.

The daily commute is part of everyday life but I get two rides a day out of it. Paul

zkr123

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Is there any talk of expanding Amtrak Cascades to Sacramento?

Posted by zkr123 on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 8:04 AM

(Wasn't finished with post) Since there seems to be trouble with keeping the Vancouver part of the Cascades line, would Amtrak consider having Sacramento as an alternative?