Latest Amtrak News
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Amtrak Launches NextGen Acela Trains on Northeast Corridor
Amtrak has introduced a new generation of high-speed trains on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) with the launch of its NextGen Acela service.
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Amtrak's New Mardi Gras Route Completes First Full Week of Service
On 18 August, Amtrak launched its Mardi Gras Service, reconnecting New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama along the Gulf Coast.
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Texas Commission Approves $3.5 Million for Heartland Flyer Amtrak Service
The Texas Transportation Commission has approved the use of 3.5 million USD to maintain the operation of the Heartland Flyer Amtrak service.
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Amtrak Begins Modernising East Coast Rail Yards
Amtrak has begun preconstruction and awarded design-build contracts for major rail yard modernisation projects on the Northeast Corridor.
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Amtrak Announces National Fall Flash Sale with Discounted Fares
Amtrak has launched a week-long sale offering up to 25% off regular Coach Class fares across most of its national network.
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Amtrak’s NextGen Acela Fleet: A New Era for the Northeast Corridor
Later this month, Amtrak is launching its long-awaited NextGen Acela fleet. What do we know about the new trains for the Northeast Corridor?
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BREAKING: Amtrak NextGen Acela Trains to Debut on 28 August
Amtrak has announced that the NextGen Acela service will officially launch on Thursday, 28 August, between Boston and Washington, D.C.
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New Platform Opens at Washington Union Station for Amtrak and VRE Trains
A new boarding platform and track at Washington Union Station have opened for service, increasing rail capacity and operational flexibility.
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Amtrak and Union Pacific Reach Settlement on Sunset Limited On-Time Performance
Amtrak and Union Pacific Railroad have announced a joint settlement regarding on-time performance for Amtrak’s Sunset Limited service.
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IN PICTURES: Amtrak's First New Airo Train
Amtrak has released a first look at its new Airo train, which has been shipped from Siemens Mobility's Sacramento facility.
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First New Airo Amtrak Cascades Train En Route from Sacramento
Amtrak has announced that the first new Airo train is en route from Siemens Mobility's factory in Sacramento.
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OIG Report Highlights Key Improvement Areas for Amtrak
Amtrak’s Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released a report identifying gaps in its service for passengers with disabilities.
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Amtrak Celebrates 250,000th Passenger on Borealis Service
Amtrak has announced that its state-sponsored Borealis train carried its 250,000th passenger over the Independence Day 2025 holiday weekend.
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Amtrak Releases Updated Map of Major Infrastructure Projects
Amtrak is progressing a wide-ranging programme of infrastructure improvements as part of its aim to become a modern passenger rail operator.
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Tickets Available for Amtrak's Mardi Gras Rail Service Launching 18 August
Tickets are now on sale for Amtrak's new Mardi Gras Service between Mobile and New Orleans, which will launch on 18 August.
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Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Increases Frequency in Southern California
The LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency has added a 12th daily roundtrip on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service between San Diego and Los Angeles.
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New Amtrak Cascades Trains Bound for I-5 Corridor
Amtrak's I-5 corridor is set to receive a set of eight new Cascades trainsets and two new locomotives in 2026.
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Rolling Short: The Equipment Crisis Facing US Passenger Rail
At Railway Interchange, John Robert Smith advocated for a National Equipment Leasing Pool to accelerate passenger rail expansion.
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Amtrak's Heartland Flyer Service Faces Risk of Suspension
The Heartland Flyer rail service from Oklahoma City to Fort Worth is facing suspension unless the State of Texas allocates additional fundin…
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East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Work Begins with Closure of Line 2
Amtrak has commenced long-term work on the East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Project, which will restore two damaged tunnel tubes.
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Amtrak's Borealis Ridership Surpasses Expectations in First Year
Passenger demand for the Borealis train service between St. Paul and Chicago has exceeded expectations, serving more than 205,800 journeys.
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Railway Interchange: Amtrak Highlights Fleet Renewal and Service Expansion Plans
At Railway Interchange, Jed Poster, Senior Director at Amtrak, provided an overview of Amtrak's current achievements and ongoing roadmap.
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Amtrak Begins Construction on New Maintenance Facility at Seattle Rail Yard
Amtrak has commenced major construction at its King Street Yard in Seattle to modernise train maintenance operations for its Airo trains.
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Amtrak Announces New Mardi Gras Service
Passengers looking to enjoy festivities in New Orleans and Mobile this summer will soon be offered a ride on the Amtrak Mardi Gras Service.