Originally Posted by phred
they only have small overhead storage, so if you're packing heavy there might be luggage storage issues. I'm always surprised when trains that make the airline run don't have room for baggage; this happens all the time on the Blue Line to and from ORD.
The N'EX provides very large luggage storage racks at either end of every car which can handle the largest of suitcases. There are also spaces for bags in the "triangle" between some seats. There are also overhead bins with capacity for laptop bags etc. I rode this train at a peak travel time last week - all the seats were taken and several people were standing - but there was plenty of space in the racks for everyone's luggage.
Originally Posted by phred
there was a big hole in the mid-afternoon when I had planned to just show up and get on board.
Excellent advice - Check train timetables rather than assuming that a train will be "there" for you when you need it.
