It is one of the few truly transcontinental trains in the world.

Remembering his voice from the first section, we know he was talking about the American transcontinental trains of the 30's.

Rail transit is provided by the transcontinental trains which roll through the town, usually at night.

May 15, 1869: The first transcontinental trains are run over the new line to Sacramento.

The transcontinental train arrived at Simpson's first and had a confused exchange with the switchman.

The city of Oakland held a large celebration later in the day to greet the first westbound transcontinental train.

The Olympian was the first western transcontinental train to be equipped throughout with roller-bearings.

The City of Vancouver was incorporated on 6 April 1886, the year the first transcontinental train arrived.

The morning eastbound transcontinental train left Oakland Pier, but was delayed.

Phone the Terminal manager downstairs and tell him to put all transcontinental trains back on the schedule at once, including tonight's Comet.