The vast majority of train trips in America are pretty leisurely and slow. Most of the time, train travel is a romantic way ...

Amtrak’s new “NextGen Acela” trains have been billed as the dawn of high-speed rail in the US. Yet outdated tracks keep ...

From spacious cabins with heated floors to reclining seats and complimentary meals, here's what first-class travel looks like ...

There’s a kind of magic that only happens when you trade roads for rivers and screens for starlight.” Picture this: You’re sipping coffee in a ...

Roger Harris, Amtrak's president, described the "evolution" as "a new standard for American train travel," according to the ...

The California Zephyr, the Empire Builder and the Sunset Limited offer multi-night rail journeys and extraordinary views of America that only a long-distance train trip can reveal.

A beloved long-running local railroad has been named among the nation’s most picturesque train rides. The California Western Railroad, also known as the Skunk Train, took the 10th and final spot in a ...

Amtrak's USA Rail Pass allows riders to take 10 trips across the country for a flat fee of $500. I've purchased the pass three times, and though the rides aren't luxurious, they're worth it. The pass ...

Train stations in the U.S. are more than just destinations for passengers to ride the rails—many are historic design marvels—and still are, visitors’ first introduction to major cities like LA, ...