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  • Wednesday’s Headlines Ride in Style
  • Historic Federal Grants Power Modern American Rail
  • Amtrak Airo Sneak Peak

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usa.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

Wednesday’s Headlines Ride in Style

Amtrak's new trains sound like a win-win for passengers and the environment.

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chriscruises.com /1 month ago

Historic Federal Grants Power Modern American Rail

Passenger rail travel across the United States is accelerating into an ambitious era of growth and modernization. The United States Department of Transportation and the Federal Rai...

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seattletransitblog.com /3 weeks ago

Amtrak Airo Sneak Peak

The newest trains in Amtrak’s fleet, Amtrak Airo, will welcome their first customers tomorrow on the Cascades route. To celebrate the launch, Amtrak invited Seattle Transit Blog an...

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chriscruises.com /1 month ago

Smart Train Travel Unlocks Scenic Relaxing Adventures

Train travel is experiencing a vibrant resurgence as modern travelers increasingly embrace the journey itself as a highlight of their vacation. The AARP Smart Guide to Train Travel...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Washington and Oregon receive first new Amtrak trains in decades

Washington and Oregon receive first new Amtrak trains in decades Zachary Whalen Wed, 08/26/2026 - 07:00 Primary Image Primary Image...

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seattletransitblog.com /1 month ago

Sunday Movie: The Amtrak Compromise

The transcontinental railroad, explained. (Daniel Steiner) Why Amtrak’s long-distance trains exist. With a trip on the Empire Builder to Seattle. (The Flying Moose) Where are Ameri...

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planetizen.com /3 weeks ago

Airo trainsets begin service on Amtrak Cascades route

Airo trainsets begin service on Amtrak Cascades route Zachary Whalen Wed, 09/30/2026 - 07:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption...

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rtands.com /1 week ago

Amtrak Invests in North Carolina, Oklahoma, Connecticut Stations

Amtrak completes a slew of accessibility improvements at stations in North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Connecticut. North Carolina During the week of October 7, Amtrak joined federal,...

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railway-news.com /3 weeks ago

Siemens’ Airo Trains Enter Passenger Service on Amtrak Cascades

Amtrak has introduced its new Airo trainsets into passenger service, with the first two trains beginning operations on the Amtrak Cascades route in the Pacific Northwest. The new t...

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Northwest rail fans eager for Sept. 30 debut of Amtrak’s Airo fleet

A date that Pacific Northwest train riders and advocates have long awaited is finally nigh. Amtrak’s sleek, amenity-packed new trains will debut on the Cascades intercity route on...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Northwest rail fans eager for Sept. 30 debut of Amtrak’s Airo fleet

Northwest rail fans eager for Sept. 30 debut of Amtrak’s Airo fleet Tom Banse Tue, 09/22/2026 - 05:00 Primary Image Primary Image C...

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sf.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

California Rail Safety Month Kicks off With Freight Train Press Ride-Along

Concurrent with transit month, Bay Area transit agencies get together to talk about trackside safety

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salemreporter.com /3 weeks ago

Salem to see first new Amtrak trains in decades 

Amtrak’s largest-ever fleet replacement kicks off with the debut of two new trainsets on the Cascades route, which stops in Salem. The post Salem to see first new Amtrak trains in...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Amtrak, CN end decades-long dispute with eight-year agreement

Amtrak, CN end decades-long dispute with eight-year agreement Zachary Whalen Fri, 09/18/2026 - 08:00 Primary Image Primary Image Ca...

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usa.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

Monday’s Headlines Have Been Loving Amtrak Too Long to Stop Now

Why slash federal funding for rail in half at a time when Amtrak is more successful than it's ever been?

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cal.streetsblog.org /4 days ago

Op/Ed: A Quiet Car, Please! California’s Trains Need More Than New Equipment

Renowned urban planner, and former Metro LA employee, James Rojas makes the case for an Amtrak Quiet Car.

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startribune.com /2 weeks ago

Borealis train hits ridership milestone. Here is how Amtrak is responding.

A southern Minnesota highway has been named in honor of a longtime first responder.

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politicsny.com /1 week ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Amtrak Board Chair Anthony Coscia

PoliticsNY’s latest special edition, Inside Government: Transportation features the government officials shaping New York’s transportation landscape. Today’s Q&A is with Chair...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Amtrak announces new ‘System Expansion Committee’

Amtrak announces new ‘System Expansion Committee’ Zachary Whalen Thu, 09/03/2026 - 06:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption...

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planetizen.com /1 month ago

Amtrak’s $6 billion tunnel project moves closer to a faster Northeast Corridor

Amtrak’s $6 billion tunnel project moves closer to a faster Northeast Corridor Zachary Whalen Sun, 09/13/2026 - 10:00 Primary Image...

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constructiondive.com /1 month ago

Amtrak breaks ground on $1B NYC maintenance facility

The project ranks as the largest major Amtrak maintenance facility to advance into significant construction over the past two years.

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

Aug 30, New York Beer Tasting Train Rides

Among the Adirondack Railroad's most popular special outings is the Beer & Wine Train Series, an adult-oriented excursion built around the simple pleasures...

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businessinsider.com /1 month ago

I spent $500 to have my own room on a 30-hour Amtrak ride. Take a look inside the 20-square-foot private cabin.

I booked Amtrak's private roomette on an overnight train from NYC to Miami. It packed a lot into 20 square feet, with two seats and two beds.

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businessinsider.com /1 month ago

I gave Amtrak first class another shot on a new train fleet. It was better in every way — but still not worth the price.

I booked first-class tickets on Amtrak Acela trains three years apart. Neither was worth the price, but my experience on the NextGen fleet was better.

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