Just curious -- What woyuld be nvolved for this to happen?
Logistics and contract wise -could- AMTRAK shuttle the Seattle based Coast Starlight consist to Portland, via either Spokane or the Tri-Cities and run the #11 to LAUPT while the "Kelso" mudslide has the Seattle - Portland route blocked?
Washington State destined passengers and possibly the passenger crew would need to be Thrruway bussed further North.
Tthe Passenger crew would need an extra 3+ hours (and miles) each way in order to tie-up at their real home terminal. Also presumes Portland is still a train crew change point on the Coast Starlight.But -could- the Passenger Crew be temporarily “homed” in Portland. i.e. with existing contracts and rules?
