The national passenger railroad Amtrak is recording record ridership, though aging rail infrastructure still struggles to meet the demand.

I booked private roomettes on a 46-hour Amtrak train ride from Chicago to Seattle. We liked having beds, but there were a few drawbacks to the trip.

I made my first overnight Amtrak ride in a roomette more comfortable by adjusting the temperature, downloading movies, and wearing pajamas.

Thanksgiving travelers are packing Amtrak trains as the company hits all-time ridership highs. Officials urge early booking and arriving on time amid busy holiday schedules.

While ridership numbers for several lines increased substantially from 2024 to '25, Amtrak's Southwest routes, including those running through Texas, saw some of the highest overall growth, proving a heightened interest in train travel across the Lone Star State.

Flight cancellations during the government shutdown gave Amtrak a boost, while more customers are choosing pricier business-class seats.

As Thanksgiving approaches, Amtrak braces for record-breaking travel with added services and staff, with hopes of ensuring smooth journeys.

Our travel columnist took the California Zephyr during the Thanksgiving rush. And would do it again, with ear plugs.

Holiday traveling can be a headache for some worrying about traffic or flight delays. Amtrak wants to remind travelers that they have a open seat for you while you head to your loved ones.