the Empire Builder

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:train
gptkbp:amenities Wi-Fi available
bicycle transport available
accessible services available
gptkbp:community_impact supports local economies along the route
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in various films and literature
gptkbp:customer_feedback generally positive reviews
requests for more direct routes
suggestions for improved amenities
gptkbp:environmental_impact promotes rail travel as a sustainable option
gptkbp:environmental_initiatives investing in greener technologies
reducing carbon footprint through efficiency
gptkbp:features sleeper cars
dining cars
lounge cars
gptkbp:frequency daily service
gptkbp:future_plans expansion of services being considered
increased frequency under review
upgrades to rolling stock planned
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
gptkbp:historical_significance named after the Great Northern Railway's Empire Builder
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label the Empire Builder
gptkbp:length approximately 2,200 miles
gptkbp:media_coverage featured in travel magazines
covered by news outlets during anniversaries
highlighted in documentaries about rail travel
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:Amtrak
gptkbp:operational_status active
gptkbp:part_of Amtrak's long-distance routes
gptkbp:partnerships collaborates with local tourism boards
gptkbp:passenger_capacity offers panoramic views
varies by train configuration
includes dining options
provides onboard entertainment
gptkbp:promotions offers discounts for students
offers discounts for seniors
offers family travel deals
gptkbp:route Chicago to Seattle
originally served by the Great Northern Railway
gptkbp:safety_record generally safe with few incidents
gptkbp:scenic_views along the Mississippi River
through the North Woods
along the Columbia River Gorge
gptkbp:seasonal_activities offers special services during holidays
gptkbp:service gptkb:1929
gptkbp:service_area Midwest to Pacific Northwest
gptkbp:service_type intercity rail
gptkbp:stops_at gptkb:Milwaukee
gptkb:Spokane
gptkb:Minneapolis
gptkb:Portland
gptkbp:ticketing_system available online
available at stations
gptkbp:travel_time approximately 46 hours
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:James_Hill
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5