Great American Railroad Journeys

·2016 ·4 Seasons ·Documentary

Michael Portillo embarks on a transatlantic adventure, exploring America's vast railroads with a vintage guidebook, Appleton's General Guide to the United States, from 1879. Traveling through picturesque landscapes and historic towns, he uncovers the stories and heritage that shaped the nation’s rail system. Each journey reveals fascinating insights into the evolution of American culture and industry, making for an engaging blend of history and travel. Portillo's charismatic presence and insightful commentary enhance the experience, inviting viewers to appreciate the timeless allure of train travel across the United States.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1 Season 1 3 ep
2
Manhattan: Lower East Side to World Trade Center
Manhattan: Lower East Side to World Trade Center
2016-02-02
3
Brooklyn to Montauk
Brooklyn to Montauk
2016-02-03
4
New York City to Garrison
New York City to Garrison
2016-02-04
1
St Louis, Missouri
St Louis, Missouri
2017-01-23
2
St Louis to Jefferson City, Missouri
St Louis to Jefferson City, Missouri
2017-01-24
3
Sedalia to Kansas City, Missouri
Sedalia to Kansas City, Missouri
2017-01-25
4
Kansas City to St Joseph, Missouri
Kansas City to St Joseph, Missouri
2017-01-26
5
Lawrence to Topeka, Kansas
Lawrence to Topeka, Kansas
2017-01-27
6
Dodge City to Lamar, Colorado
Dodge City to Lamar, Colorado
2017-01-30
7
La Junta, Colorado, to Pueblo, New Mexico
La Junta, Colorado, to Pueblo, New Mexico
2017-01-31
8
Canon City, Colorado, to Colorado Springs
Canon City, Colorado, to Colorado Springs
2017-02-01
10
Albuquerque, New Mexico, to the Grand Canyon, Arizona
Albuquerque, New Mexico, to the Grand Canyon, Arizona
2017-02-03
1
Boston
Boston
2018-01-22
2
Boston to Concord, Massachusetts
Boston to Concord, Massachusetts
2018-01-23
3
Plymouth to Nantucket
Plymouth to Nantucket
2018-01-24
4
Providence, Rhode Island, to New London, Connecticut
Providence, Rhode Island, to New London, Connecticut
2018-01-25
5
New Haven, Connecticut, to Mount Washington, New Hampshire
New Haven, Connecticut, to Mount Washington, New Hampshire
2018-01-26
1
Ninilchik to Wasilla
Ninilchik to Wasilla
2020-01-25
2
Talkeetna to Juneau
Talkeetna to Juneau
2020-02-01
3
Skagway to Vancouver
Skagway to Vancouver
2020-02-08
5
Kamloops to Calgary
Kamloops to Calgary
2020-02-22
6
Halifax to Prince Edward Island
Halifax to Prince Edward Island
2020-02-29
7
Springhill Junction to Quebec City
Springhill Junction to Quebec City
2020-03-07
8
Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre to Winnipeg
Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre to Winnipeg
2020-03-14
9
Portage la Prairie to Saskatoon
Portage la Prairie to Saskatoon
2020-03-21
10
Edmonton to Jasper
Edmonton to Jasper
2020-03-28

Actors

Michael Portillo
Michael Portillo
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