A spectacular 1,377-mile, one-night private railcar journey along one of the most scenic train trips in the world. The train departs Los Angeles in mid-morning and reaches the Pacific at Ventura. The afternoon's centerpiece is roughly 100 miles of unbroken coastal running between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo. Evening brings the Salinas Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area; the overnight crosses the Cascade Range past Mount Shasta. Day two delivers the Willamette Valley, Mount Hood, the Columbia River crossing, and the forests of Washington.
Pacific Coast
One-night private railcar journey along one of the most scenic train trips in the world.
Discover the journey
Pacific Coast
Departs from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) and arrives in Seattle, WA (SEA)
Enjoy approximately 34 hours onboard
Itinerary
- Los Angeles, CADay 1 | Board in Los Angeles
Guests board at the iconic 1939 Los Angeles Union Station, a Mission/Streamline Moderne masterpiece. Settle into your private railcar and enjoy a welcome reception as the train heads through the San Fernando Valley toward the Pacific.
- Santa Barbara, CADay 1 | The American Riviera
An early-afternoon stop at the lovely 1905 Mission-Revival depot in Santa Barbara, just blocks from the beach and the red-tile roofs of State Street, with the Santa Ynez Mountains rising behind the city.
Lunch
- Pacific CoastDay 1 | 100 Miles Along the Pacific
The afternoon's centerpiece: roughly 100 miles of unbroken Pacific Ocean running between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, including Vandenberg Space Force Base and the wild beaches of the Gaviota Coast - views accessible only by train.
- Paso Robles, CADay 1 | Central Coast Wine Country
A late-afternoon service stop at the 1942 Mission-Revival depot in this central-coast college town. Beyond the city the train passes through Paso Robles wine country and into the Salinas Valley of Steinbeck country.
- Oakland, CADay 1 | The Bay at Twilight
Evening brings the San Francisco Bay Area: stops at San Jose's elegant Diridon Station, Oakland's Jack London Square, and Emeryville with skyline views of the city across the bay and a glimpse of the Bay Bridge.
Sleep Onboard
Dinner
- Dunsmuir, CADay 2 | Cascade Mountain Morning
Wake near Dunsmuir in the shadow of 14,179-foot Mount Shasta, with the snow-capped volcano dominating the horizon for nearly an hour as the train follows the upper Sacramento River north through old-growth forest.
Breakfast
- Chemult, ORDay 2 | Klamath Falls and the High Cascades
The train climbs out of Klamath Falls past Upper Klamath Lake and Odell Lake, cresting the Oregon Cascades through 22 tunnels at over 4,800 feet � among the most dramatic mountain railroading in America.
- Eugene, ORDay 2 | Heart of the Willamette Valley
Early afternoon brings Eugene and a run up the Willamette Valley past farms, vineyards, and small Oregon towns, with Mount Hood rising on the eastern horizon as the train approaches Portland.
Lunch
- Portland, ORDay 2 | Crossing the Columbia
A mid-afternoon service stop at Portland's iconic 1896 Union Station, then a spectacular crossing of the wide Columbia River into Washington with views of Mount Hood astern and Mount St. Helens to the north.
- Tacoma, WADay 2 | Mount Rainier and Puget Sound
An evening stop at Tacoma Dome Station with views of Commencement Bay and 14,411-foot Mount Rainier on the horizon. The train then runs along the southern reach of Puget Sound into Seattle.
Dinner
- Seattle, WADay 2 | Arrive in Seattle
Pull into Seattle's beautifully restored 1906 King Street Station, in the shadow of its iconic clock tower in Pioneer Square. Disembark as your West Coast journey concludes.
Inclusions
- Executive Chef
- Steward
- All meals made to order
- Premium beverage service
- In-Station Porter Service
- Hotel and station transfers
Departures
2026 Departures
| Date | Price (USD) | Cars Included | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| There are no scheduled trips yet, but you can still book a custom departure date. Expeditions start at $30,000 and increase based on staffing needs and your choice of private railcar. | Inquire | ||
2027 Departures
| Date | Price (USD) | Cars Included | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| There are no scheduled trips yet, but you can still book a custom departure date. Expeditions start at $30,000 and increase based on staffing needs and your choice of private railcar. | Inquire | ||
Frequently asked questions
What are Halloway Expeditions?
Halloway Expeditions are overnight luxury train journeys that travel through incredible scenery throughout North America in plush accommodations and excellent onboard service.
Will other travelers be on the railcars?
When you book an Expedition, you and your party get exclusive use of the private railcars listed. No other travelers will be onboard.
Is gratuity included?
Gratuity for your onboard service staff is optional but always appreciated. It is not included in the price shown.
Can I book just a bedroom for an Expedition?
At this time, Expeditions can only be booked by one group for each departure date. We encourage you to include your closest family and friends in your booking.