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I took Amtrak from San Luis Obispo to Portland. I used my own box, not trusting the Amtrak box. Now I'm thinking I worried too much. $10 for a huge box sounds like a good deal.
I had a very enjoyable trip during the daylight hours. I could read, I sat next to interesting people (or sat alone), it was a beautiful route, I could get up and stretch my legs. I like train travel. However, at night trying to sleep sitting up I found VERY unpleasant. I think I will only take the train again if I have the money for a sleeper car.
The train was about 5 hours late getting to Portland. One guy told me people take a plane when they want to get somewhere. They take the train when they want to take the train.