In the 19th century, the U.S. became the first country to build a transcontinental rail network. It’s since fallen behind when it comes to train travel — here’s why.

Something interesting is happening across the country. After decades of treating rail as an old chapter in American travel, people are giving it another look. Part of this shift comes from the ...

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). In light of climate change, flygskam (Swedish for flight shame) and the ease of arriving at a city-centre train station instead of the ...

Enjoy America's most beautiful scenery from the comfort of a train car on these two acclaimed Amtrak train journeys ...

When you’re standing in a big-city railway station, scanning the departure board for your train, it doesn’t matter whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a nervous newcomer. Few travel moments match ...

Train travel in the United States is taking a sharp turn toward luxury. Beginning in January 2026, a new private rail option brings exclusive-use luxury cars onto some of the most visually striking ...

Americans are supporting train travel in droves. Newly released Amtrak statistics show that the national rail operator closed Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) with record ridership and revenue, marking another ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Train travel spurs stories and memories in a way that air travel just doesn’t. Maybe this is a simple result of ...