Miami, Amtrak and Chicago

Amtrak Launches 47-Hour Train From Chicago to Miami
Amtrak's newest line aims to offer passengers a comfortable journey from Midwest all the way to the beaches of Miami.
New 'Floridian' Amtrak train heads to Miami from Chicago in 47-hour journey
Amtrak completed its inaugural trip on a temporary new route connecting Chicago and Miami in a journey that takes about 47 hours. Users took to social media to share their thoughts.
Amtrak launches new Chicago-to-Miami route as rail travel gains momentum
Although the new route is temporary, American train travel is making a comeback. More than 28.6 million passengers rode Amtrak trains last year, 24.6% more than in 2022. Last December, the Biden-Harris administration shared its plans to invest $8.2 billion in high-speed rail infrastructure, including upgrading and expanding existing lines.
48 hours aboard Amtrak’s new direct train from Chicago to Miami
The Sun-Times sent a reporter and photographer on the first run of the Floridian from Chicago to Miami — on one condition. We have to ride the whole way in coach.
Amtrak 'Floridian' route between Chicago, Miami now open with multiple stops, including Pittsburgh
The more than 40 hours journey has multiple stops, including Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa
Amtrak offering direct service from Chicago to Florida
For the first time since the 1970s, Amtrak is offering direct service from Chicago to several cities in Florida.
5 of the best Amtrak adventures from Chicago for train lovers
Here are some of the best trips you can take from Chicago’s Union Station — from a short ride across the state to a multi-day cross-country trek.
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Bowling Green a proposed route in Amtrak route expansions
The Federal Railroad Administration is conducting an Amtrak Daily Long-Distance Service Study with the goal of expanding ...
Abolish Amtrak
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Amtrak trains suspended between NYC’s Penn Station, New Haven after transformer explosion knocks out power
A series of fires in the Bronx have knocked out power for trains in the area, disrupting travel between New York Penn Station ...
Amtrak temporarily halts all trains between New York and Washington over power issues
U.S. passenger railroad Amtrak said Wednesday it was temporarily suspending all train service between New York and Washington ...