I've traveled over 4,500 miles on Amtrak trains. My rides have been better than expected and filled with surprises.

After spending many hours on Amtrak trains, I've learned some great tips for train travel and have been surprised by a few ...

Will Amtrak run if the government shuts down? What you should know.

"Amtrak will continue normal operation of its passenger rail network," Amtrak said in a statement to USA TODAY. "Passengers ...

U.S. railroad Amtrak urges new emergency government assistance

The chief executive of Amtrak urged lawmakers on Wednesday to approve over $2 billion in new emergency assistance as the U.S. passenger railroad expects travel and revenue to fall by more than 70% ...

Skip parking and take Amtrak or a bus to the NC State Fair this year. Here's how

NC By Train and GoRaleigh will be offering special routes this October to drop travelers off right at the fairgrounds.
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Amtrak expands Mardi Gras Service as ridership surges along Gulf Coast

Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service sees strong ridership, selling out trains and adding more seats as Gulf Coast cities see economic ...

First passengers arrive at Intermodal Station for Amtrak’s “Brewers Express” train to Chicago

As the Brewers prepares for Game 3 of the MLB National League Divisional Series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, ...

Amtrak Offers Half-Price Fares To Visit Historic Black Town

The Amtrak trip connects travelers to the only California town founded, financed, and governed by African Americans.

Coroner called after pedestrian was hit by Amtrak train in Dauphin County

The coroner was called to the scene after a train hit a pedestrian Tuesday morning in Dauphin County. The crash happened ...

U.S. railroad Amtrak warns of 2,400 additional job losses without new bailout

U.S. government-supported passenger railroad Amtrak said on Thursday that without a new government bailout it could be forced to cut more spending and train services which could lead to the loss of ...