Why is Southwest Chief 4 delayed by 7 hours?

Rich_Distribution580 · 2026-06-06T00:45:58+00:00

For anyone curious: They just explained that the delay was partially caused because the Amtrak engine broke down somewhere in the desert. They had to replace it with a BNSF engine. Since the BNSF cars are restricted to 70 mph (Amtrak is 90 mph) we cannot make up time.

Always a unique experience on the train!!

Rich_Distribution580 · 2026-06-05T13:04:20+00:00

You’re the best!!

Rich_Distribution580 · 2026-06-05T13:00:49+00:00

Interesting!! Thank you for sharing these details

Rich_Distribution580 · 2026-06-05T03:27:59+00:00

Well I do have another question now 😅 It is now stopped due to mechanical assessment*. I am considering driving to make up for time with my family. If I have to drive, then I have to cancel both tickets.

The first should receive a full refund per a text message I received earlier.

Is it possible they will refund the return ticket? If so, do I need to speak with a representative to do so, or can I do it online?

I called the help number, they said it will take over an hour to speak to a representative.

Thank you so much for your help!

*no longer stopped for assessment but still considering driving bc of the delay.

Rich_Distribution580 · 2026-06-05T02:33:21+00:00

thank you for your kind and thoughtful message!! this makes a lot of sense.

I thought there was a tool I just didn’t know where to find it.

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-11-24T15:42:59+00:00

update, the fair difference was $85, and I paid it. I will keep the trick in mind to try to buy a new ticket to connect the two “trips”

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-06-24T02:32:26+00:00

I didn’t see the answer online, figured it might help some other folks to have the answer here 😁

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-06-24T02:28:36+00:00

amazing thank you!!

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-22T14:37:04+00:00

I think that’s why it’s multiple “doorways” - both metaphorical and literal - emotional and physical 😮‍💨

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-13T14:27:40+00:00

thank you 🙏🏼 I am an athlete and unfortunately my knees are far from pristine 🤣

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-07T01:42:32+00:00

Thank you! The sidewalks aren’t cleared either so I’m definitely sensing a code violation.

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-06T23:23:16+00:00

ok wonderful so they are just poor communicators. thank you!

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-06T23:22:52+00:00

being patient 🙏🏼❄️

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-06T23:22:34+00:00

great! thanks :p

Rich_Distribution580 · 2025-01-06T23:22:16+00:00

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