2017 Windy City II

Fri. Jun 30, 2017 at 8:00am - Sun. Jul 2, 2017 at 3:00pm CDT
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Join the Friends of the 261 and relax as we travel from Twin Cities to Chicago, or even Chicago to the Twin Cities behind Amtrak's Empire Builder. On June 30 ride with us from Minneapolis/St. Paul to Milwaukee or Chicago. July 2 we will be traveling from Chicago Union Station to Minneapolis/St Paul.


Take the train for an affordable weekend get away. Current rates for Amtrak from Chicago to MSP are at $66 for coach or if you wish to fly, Spirit is offering tickets starting at $43 one way.*


This trip will be featuring Friends of the 261 equipment, all meticulously refurbished wind in fully restored condition. The cars recall the era when traveling was half the fun and offer a memorable journey you’ll cherish for years to come!


While riding the rails, enjoy freshly-prepared meals and libations knowing that you are supporting the restoration of the Milwaukee Road Steam Locomotive 261.


These trips will have limited seating, all in premium class. With the recent reduction in air fares between the Twin Cities and Chicago, you may wish to fly one way and take the train the other.

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