The vast majority of train trips in America are pretty leisurely and slow. Most of the time, train travel is a romantic way to get around, but it’s not necessarily a fast one. That is, unless you live ...

Hop aboard the Lincoln Service line for a nostalgic ride through Illinois, where historic Route 66 towns and charming ...

These scenic routes, from California to Alaska, are anything but basic.

Christmas at Cass is held each December at the Cass Scenic Railroad. The steam-powered journey with decorated and heated coaches travels along the scenic Greenbrier River. Walter Scriptunas II A train ...

From Valentine’s charcuterie journeys to rom-com trivia and quiet reading cars, the Nickel Plate Express makes rail travel feel magical.

Winter landscapes can be truly gorgeous, especially when snow is cascading down and the icy ground shimmers in the light. But let’s be honest, it’s a lot easier to enjoy these scenic landscapes when ...

Planes are fast, but not everyone enjoys the cramped seats or jostling through security lines. For retirees who prefer a ...

If you’ve ever driven through the West and wished you could focus less on the road and more on the natural landscape around you, then the Rocky Mountaineer is for you. This luxury train offers scenic ...

This Alaskan train ride snaking between Anchorage and Fairbanks treats passengers to a winter wonderland with a great chance ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Emese Maczko is a travel writer covering sustainable travel. The season of Christmas-themed rail journeys has begun. December is ...

A train ride can be a magical experience, whether it’s an Amtrak ride or an excursion around the world. When it incorporates holiday trimmings and festive lights, set against a wintry backdrop, that’s ...