Michael Portillo embarks on a transatlantic journey to explore America's railroads, using Appleton's General Guide to the United States as his guide.
1. Manhattan: Grand Central to Broadway
Aired: Feb 1, 2016Michael explores the vibrant public transportation system of New York City, s...
2. Manhattan: Lower East Side to World Trade Center
Aired: Feb 2, 2016Michael's journey takes him to Manhattan's Lower East Side, where he narrowly...
Aired: Feb 3, 2016Michael's train journey takes him through a scenic route on Long Island, feat...
Aired: Feb 4, 2016The next episode follows Amtrak's scenic route along the Hudson River, tracin...
Aired: Feb 5, 2016The next episode delves into the Hudson River as it travels north to Poughkee...
Aired: Feb 8, 2016Michael embarks on a westward journey along the historic Erie Canal route, a ...
Aired: Feb 9, 2016Michael travels to Buffalo, a city on Lake Erie that thrived as a major inlan...
8. Philadelphia to Atlantic City
Aired: Feb 10, 2016The next episode of the documentary series explores the founding of Pennsylva...
Aired: Feb 11, 2016The next episode explores the captivating history of Hershey's, a legendary U...
10. Wilmington to Havre de Grace
Aired: Feb 12, 2016Michael reaches a pivotal point in his American odyssey as he crosses the Mas...
Aired: Feb 15, 2016Michael ventures through Baltimore, uncovering its storied past and multiface...
Aired: Feb 16, 2016Michael delves into Washington DC's rich past, marveling at iconic landmarks ...
13. Georgetown to Mount Vernon
Aired: Feb 17, 2016Michael explores Washington's U Street neighborhood, tracing the early path o...
Aired: Feb 18, 2016Michael travels from Washington to Richmond, the capital of Virginia and the ...
Aired: Feb 19, 2016Michael explores the Underground Railroad in Petersburg, Virginia, uncovering...
Appearances
Seasons: 4
Current Status: Ended
Network: BBC Two
Production Country: United Kingdom
Genres:Documentary
Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Great American Railroad Journeys" by streaming it on the following platforms: Sky Go or alternatively, you can enjoy it completely free of charge with advertisements on the following platforms: UKTV Play.
