Posts tagged Amtrak
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Amtrak’s data could help riders and employees — too bad it’s so hard to find
Amtrak is a valuable resource for the transportation ecosystem – especially in the Northeast – but few people know that. Opening its data could help Amtrak tell its story and provide context for delays and service disruptions, creating transparency that could build support for the system. While Amtrak is working towards this, its data isn’t publicly available yet. Keep reading…
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Virginia has a subway-style Amtrak map
Take a look at this handy subway-style map of all 11 Amtrak lines in the state. Have you seen any other state-level Amtrak maps like this? Keep reading…
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Are private, high-speed trains the future of travel? I tested one out to see.
As a planner, I'm keenly aware that Brightline’s service model cannot be easily copied by public transportation agencies. However, while public transit agencies can't implement Brightline’s entire playbook, they can use some of its plays. Keep reading…
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National links: Trump just killed a crucial infrastructure project
Trump might not be so good for infrastructure after all. Global cities are increasingly disconnected from the surrounding areas. New York City has an incredibly expensive subway system, compared to their European and Asian counterparts. Keep reading…
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Amtrak would speed from DC to Richmond with three tracks, but in cramped Ashland only two will fit
Ashland, Virginia citizens are opposed to adding a third track or routing trains around their town to bolster Amtrak capacity from DC to Richmond. They say the proposals could “unalterably change” or “destroy” the character of their town. Keep reading…
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Coming soon: A pedestrian tunnel at the King Street Metro station
King Street station in Alexandria serves Metro, VRE, and Amtrak trains. But its layout is inefficient and hard to use. Virginia is providing money to build a new pedestrian tunnel that solves those problems. Keep reading…
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Breakfast Links: 2016 ends with lower crime
Crime is down in DC by 4 percent. Amtrak's new CEO says repairs and new trains for Acela will be a top priority in 2017. Immigrants turn aging shopping malls into social centers. Keep reading…
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New DC to Richmond tracks would mean faster, more frequent Amtrak and VRE
Faster, more frequent trains between DC and Richmond could be on the way. Virginia is looking at building new tracks between the two places, as well as changing existing ones to allow for higher speeds. Keep reading…
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I’m thankful for train service
On Wednesday, traveling from my office at Farragut North to the Ashland, Virginia train station near my mom’s was house a breeze, and it was all via public trains. I’m thankful for that. Keep reading…
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Self-driving cars, payment via smart phone, and more will change transportation. Is our region ready?
Picture a DC region with autonomous vehicles, crowdsourced buses, and a single payment system for all forms of transit. These things could very well be on the horizon, but according to a group of transportation experts, they’ll mean new challenges when it comes to cybersecurity, safety, and accountability. Keep reading…