Amtrak released an expansion map in April 2021 based on potential infrastructure funding from the US government. Funding would create over 30 new routes, increase service and pay for repairs (view the fact sheet). Here are top things to know about the expansion plans: More than 10 states get new Amtrak stations States including Wyoming, … Continue reading Amtrak’s ‘Connect US’ Expansion Plans: Things to Know
Whether you are looking for an audio tour as you cross the country by train, or Amtrak tips and travel ideas, the Amtrak Guide Podcast is your virtual guide to US passenger rail past and present. Take us along with you and learn about different stations, routes, places and cultures across the United States. Episodes … Continue reading Now Live: The Amtrak Guide Podcast
Due to decreased demand for rail service related to the Covid-19 pandemic, Amtrak is modifying service on some of its long-distance routes starting in October. Frequency on these routes is changing from daily to three days per week. Two routes, Cardinal and Sunset Limited, were already operating on the three-day per week schedule and will … Continue reading Amtrak schedule changes in October: Things to know
