Hudson River West Shore Railroad was created in 1867.
Hudson River West Shore Railroad ended in 1868.
West Shore Railroad was created in 1885.
Lake Ontario Shore Railroad was created in 1868.
Puget Sound Shore Railroad was created in 1882.
Michigan Lake Shore Railroad was created in 1869.
Cornelius Vanderbilt primarily bought the New York Central Railroad. He significantly expanded his railroad empire by acquiring several other lines, including the Hudson River Railroad and the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway, ultimately consolidating them into the New York Central system. His efforts played a crucial role in the development of a more efficient and extensive railroad network in the northeastern United States.
West Shore Railroad ended in 1952.
The Hudson River flows though eastern New York State southward past the western shore of Manhattan into New York Bay. The 'East River' splits off and runs along the eastern shore of Manhattan.
Lake Ontario Shore Railroad ended in 1874.
Puget Sound Shore Railroad ended in 1889.
Michigan Lake Shore Railroad ended in 1878.
New Jersey Shore Line Railroad ended in 1914.