As air travel costs rise and gas prices skyrocket, train travel suddenly looks more appealing than ever as an alternative for ...

When America's first railroad, the Baltimore & Ohio line, opened in 1830, it was the first thread in a web that would span a continent. What began as a modest 14 miles of track between Baltimore and ...

Likewise long and narrow, with major urban centres spaced well apart, Italy is also ideal for train travel. Regular, generally punctual Frecciarossa (“red arrow”) trains, capable of 300km/h (186mph) ...

Travel writer Everett Potter is releasing a new book, "100 Train Journeys of a Lifetime." Potter advocates for train travel as a form of "slow travel" that offers a more immersive experience. Notable ...

Despite facing some challenges with disruptions, columnist Llewellyn King remains a devoted train enthusiast, appreciating ...

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 ...

As a train travel expert who has taken over 30 scenic rides, here's my guide to help you plan your first solo traincation ...

From cross-country Amtrak routes to weekends along NJ Transit’s Northeast Corridor to your daily commute, train trips are often where travel budgets go to work — and where the right travel rewards ...

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 ...