NW Amtrak fares a "mixed bag:" discounts on Cascades, but costs high on long-distance trains, if seats are even available. https://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/amtrak-fares-and-availability-a-mixed-bag-for-summer-travel/
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