19690717 Soo Line Mixed Train Schedule
The schedule at the lower left shows the train we rode. The northbound trip ran pretty much as displayed on the schedule. The return trip was about 6 hours late. Mixed trains are operated primarily for freight and schedules published for passengers are really only for advisory purposes. Many railroads who operated mixed trains preferred not to publish a printed schedule but rather just say "consult agent."
19690717 Soo Line Mixed Train Schedule
The schedule at the lower left shows the train we rode. The northbound trip ran pretty much as displayed on the schedule. The return trip was about 6 hours late. Mixed trains are operated primarily for freight and schedules published for passengers are really only for advisory purposes. Many railroads who operated mixed trains preferred not to publish a printed schedule but rather just say "consult agent."