Metra BNSF Racetrack - SUPER EXPRESS ride from Chicago Union Station to Naperville

Ride on the rear window (railfan view) on the Metra's BNSF train #1259 from Chicago Union Station to Naperville via the BNSF racetrack. This train departs at 4:50 pm and makes stops only at Naperville, Route 59, and Aurora. Train #1267 (5:20 pm departure) run similar trips throughout Aurora.*
The BNSF racetrack is a significant part of the route as it allows the line as well as freight and Amtrak trains to bypass all local Metra trains in order to run swiftly.
Credit of the construction photo goes to Michael Harding: flic.kr/p/2mc3u5M
Taken on February 21, 2024
*As of November 7, 2022, schedules are subject to change under Metra's discretion.
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