This review is my experience of the trip frkm el paso to tucson. El Paso train station Is huge. Waiting area consist of wooden church bench and a vending machine Room where you can plug your phone to charge. The train was late and never got notified until 30mins AFTER i arrived at the station. Once the train arrived, Downloading took about 10 mins Original take off 1:47, Left at 2:54 Tips- Bring your own food to include your own beverages. You only get water and ice included in your ticket. Going on a Long haul, bring blanket and pillow. One lady brought a fitted sheet to drape over her seat...good idea If, like me , you have a neighbor, its ok. You can hang out at the lounge or snack bar...pretty empty. bring your charger. Outlets everywhere. If you have an enthusiatic conductor, he'll point out key things along the way. I see why they named it the sunset route. Right after Lordsburg,  the sun started to set...beautiful however the scenery was distorted by the water spots on the window. Beware- High prices on snacks...as expected Rude people who don't use ear plugs for their mobile electronics, however, letting the conductor know nipped it at the bud. My 7hour trip to include a 45mins delay was long enough to experience Amtrak. I must admit, it was an enjoyable trip read more