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This long-distance train ride crosses 8 states—including some of the most beautiful and often-overlooked parts of the US

It crosses the Mississippi River, plus desert landscapes, small towns, and red rock formations.

Amtrak shares update on US long-distance rail

Amtrak has announced a procurement process for new trains to replace its aging long distance fleet.

Amtrak Gets Standing Ovation Over Rare Footage Showing Advances In New Long Distance Trains

It’s out with the old and in with the new at Amtrak. The company stated that the goal with this “once-in-a-generation fleet ...

I took my first long-distance Amtrak ride on short notice. Here are 5 mistakes I'd try to avoid next time.

I took the 20-hour Amtrak route between Chicago and New York. These five mistakes kept me from enjoying it more.
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Amtrak Issues RFP to Replace Long-Distance Fleet

Amtrak on Dec. 22 issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to railcar manufacturers to begin the process of replacing its current Long-Distance Fleet. The multi-billion-dollar procurement will start ...