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Amtrak offers dozens of routes across the United States, but one in particular has gained a reputation as the most scenic Amtrak route. In addition to the epic seaside views, the Coast Starlight ...
Explore Amtrak’s most and least traveled routes in Oregon and uncover the reasons behind the striking ridership gap across the state's rail lines.
Amtrak said the Airo trains will operate at speeds of up to 79 mph on the Cascades route (when they aren’t caught behind freight trains), though the new trains are capable of hitting top speeds ...
Most “transit railroads” in the United States (and GO Transit, which serves Canada’s Toronto area) provide a full span of ...
Taking in more than one thousand miles (1,600km) of enchanting Pacific coastline, Amtrak’s Coast Starlight route is the way to go if you’re after incredible views. Heading northbound, you’ll set off ...
Hoeflich hopes Amtrak offers more routes on its Coast Starlight train in the future. "If you don't have a seat, your kind of up a creek. Especially between Thanksgiving and Christmas." The Union ...
Nestled in the Sacramento Valley about 90 miles north of the state capital, Chico offers that rare combination that budget-conscious retirees dream about: affordability without sacrificing quality of ...
Service, starting on Aug. 18, will connect New Orleans and Mobile, Ala., by train for the first time since Hurricane Katrina ...
A new Amtrak line will start services in the Gulf Coast this summer. The rail service has announced plans to restore regional ...
Amtrak announced on Tuesday it will start new, twice-daily service connecting Mobile, Ala., with New Orleans on Aug. 18 and cost $15 per ticket, one way.
Revival of a southern Amtrak route across Montana got a boost Wednesday when the Biden administration, awarded $500,000 to the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority.
One of the Most Scenic Amtrak Routes in the U.S. Is Getting a New Look—and Train Cars With Panoramic Windows Michael Cappetta June 23, 2025 Amtrak A rendering of the new Amtrak Cascade Trains.