Luna Buttiens traveled by train from New York City to Chicago, Denver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, New Orleans, ...

If you're hunting for ideas for a great vacation with family or friends, there's at least one important reason why you should ...

As air travel costs rise and gas prices skyrocket, train travel suddenly looks more appealing than ever as an alternative for spring and summer travelers. These are financially challenging times for ...

As flights get pricier and gas prices stay high, more US travelers are turning to trains — and hitting a system built for ...

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As ...

First I wrote about my recent train ride on the Southwest Chief, Los Angeles to Chicago in 43 scenic, surprising hours. Then came the train stories from readers and friends on social media. Stories ...

Looking for an affordable, adventurous way to see the country? Today only, the Amtrak USA Rail Pass is available for $250, nearly half off its regular $499 price, noting on its website this year is ...

I took my first long train ride when I was 18, heading upstate from New York City. I can still remember the view of the gold, rust, and deep-red leaves out the window. I grew up in Hawaii, where there ...

Train travel is a quintessential way to easily—and swiftly—explore Europe and Asia, but in the United States, rail culture isn’t nearly as robust or convenient as it is in countries like Japan and ...

From extended services to revived lines, we round some of the most exciting new and upcoming rail trips to take across the country in 2026 and beyond. Denver's Union Station dates back to 1910s. The ...