Long-distance train travel can be the journey of a lifetime — so long as you avoid common mistakes. After spending 140 hours traveling nearly 4,000 miles by overnight trains, I've had some regrets.

I spent 15 hours on an overnight Amtrak train traveling from Denver to Salt Lake City. I've taken many overnight train trips, and this one provided one of the best experiences I've had. I was ...

The reporter has sampled five Amtrak booking types — coach, business class, first class, roomettes, and a bedroom.Joey Hadden/Business Insider I've traveled by Amtrak train in coach, business class, ...