The most notable upgrade from a passenger perspective is the return of Amtrak Sightseer Lounges (aka observation cars) on the leg ... observation lounges have big picture windows and high seats ...

Amtrak’s retired HHP8 electric locomotives — nicknamed “Hippos” during their relatively short operating life — are nearing ...

Amtrak is relocating Amfleet railcars from around the country to help restore service in the Pacific Northwest after the ...

The Washington Department of Transportation said the goal is to restore all train trips as quickly as possible, though some trains may have fewer cars than usual.

Service on its Downeaster, Hiawatha, Borealis and Cascades routes will be impacted as the cars undergo repairs. Across those four routes, Amtrak pulled 70 passenger cars, reported Janet Matkin ...

The Downeaster rail service between Boston and Brunswick, Maine, will operate with fewer passenger cars. Amtrak spokesperson Marc Magliari stated the company is developing a "long-term plan" while ...

Passengers came to St. Paul Union Depot on May 21, 2024, for the launch of the new Amtrak Borealis train between the Twin Cities and Chicago. Amtrak’s Borealis passenger rail service between St ...