Business Insider reporter reviews Amtrak coach travel from Vancouver to Seattle

I traveled in coach on an Amtrak train from Vancouver to Seattle for $50. It was cheaper and less stressful than flying.

Business Insider's reporter took the Amtrak Cascades train from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Seattle. Joey Hadden/Business Insider I wouldn't even consider flying from Vancouver to Seattle now that I've taken the train. I'd rather spend four hours in a coach seat on Amtrak than one on a basic economy flight. Taking the train was also less than half the price, and I checked my bag for free. Imagine traveling internationally without middle seats, popping ears, or TSA checkpoints. Dream of ...