Should I take a train?

[lrobie]

As I am in the midst of making my decision on where to go for treatment, I was wondering if anyone has taken an Amtrak Train across the country to go to House.   If so, how would the ride back be?  It would take about 2 1/2 days in the train.

Lisa

[Archer]

This may just be my take on this but I'd keep travel as short and quick as possible.  I'd recommend flying rather than a 2 1/2 day train ride.  JMHO

[cindyj]

Ohhhh, if there's any way you can fly rather than do a two+ day trip, I'd fly...but as Archer said, just my opinion

cindy

[chloes mema]

I totally agree, if at all possible I'd fly home.  Take the train out if you need to but certainly fly home.  JMO also.

Karen

[CHD63]

Have to agree here with the flying home part ..... going out on the train might be a lovely relaxation, but coming home sitting up in a train for 2 1/2 days would have been torture for me ..... and I had a flawless recovery.  Our plane trip home (across the entire US) was delayed by several hours due to weather issues and I was exhausted by the time I fell into my own bed.  Cannot imagine 2 1/2 days on a jiggly train.

JMHO, of course!   

Clarice

[MDemisay]

Irobie,

If I had my druthers, I would take a train both ways, as I'm a fan of train travel! I believe there is no better way to see the country than by train! That being said, if you are going to have a procedure done it would be good to stay a day and then travel back by plane because it would not be to good for your balance and you may indeed be sick on the train.

So if I were you, I'd definitely go by train and enjoy yourself but coming back, I would want that to be as hassle free and illness free as possible (count on being off balance at least for a while).

In my honest opinion.

Mike

[JerseyGirl2]

Oh my goodness! I see that you're from PA, so that would be one heck of a train ride from Los Angeles. I live in New Jersey and had no problems on the cross-country return flight home from LA after my surgery at House. Just my opinion, but I agree with the others who've stated that a train trip would most likely not be a fun way to return.
You might want to consider upgrading to first class for your flight home (I'm assuming you're flying in and out of Philly?) -- it will be much quieter and more comfortable, and going through first-class security at LAX is amazingly speedy.
Best wishes with your surgery and recovery!

Catherine (JerseyGirl 2)

[grammyslim]

Is there not a hospital on the east coast as good as House? 
I am in Houston - family in PA and MD - want to look into what is out that way - think I need family around for recovery.

About flying back Southwest does one way flight that are reasonable compare to others - also some airlines do offer medical discounts.  You have to contact each one individually.

[JAndrews]

Although I was not in any pain on my return flight home from House to West Palm Beach--the flight home felt like torture to me. I would highly recommend if you can afford it, to get a first class ticket so you have more room. I think the movement and the length of the train ride would be unpleasant. Good luck to you!

[pjb]

NY Langone with Drs. Roland and Golfino are pretty good...Also a Dr. Sisti with NY Presby/Columbia University is another....Good luck

Best Wishes,

[Jeff]

I live  far from any treatment centers, and have had 4 of these surgeries - 1 in Phoenix, and 3 at House. I've flown home after each. While a bit grueling after surgery, I would prefer it to train travel. I think either mode of travel would be a challenge after surgery, but I prefer to get the traveling done as quickly as possible.
Best wishes,
Jeff