Amtrak Is Revamping Its Run-Down Fleet. Check Out the New Trains.

Step inside the sprawling factory in California where the largest fleet replacement in Amtrak’s 55-year history is coming ...

Amtrak offers first look at fancy new trains. Here’s when they’ll debut in the Northwest

Amtrak is rolling out a fleet of fancy new trains, and Oregon riders at the front of the line to try them out. The rail company gave a first look at its new Airo class trains at a media event Tuesday ...

I traveled to 11 states in 30 days using Amtrak's USA Rail Pass. Here are 6 things I wish I knew before buying it

As a frequent Amtrak passenger who bought the USA Rail Pass, I think it provides a great value. Still, there are a few things ...

An Inside Look at Amtrak’s New Train

Amtrak trains are often criticized for outdated cars, limited accessibility and slow travel times. Now, the rail operator says it’s ready to change that. Our reporter Gabe Castro-Root takes us inside ...

Asheville passenger rail could bring $1B economic boost. What to know

A new study energizes advocates for bringing passenger rail back to Asheville, promising significant economic impact and ...
Santa Barbara Independent

Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner® Promotes Safe Practices Around Tracks During Rail Safety Month

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. ORANGE, Calif. — As California continues to have the highest number of rail-related fatalities in the United States due to ...

Instead of New Orleans, I Took Amtrak's New Mardi Gras Train to Alabama

Compared to the behemoth Acela, which hustles hundreds of thousands of riders between Boston, New York City, and Washington ...