Train Journeys
California Is Getting ‘World-Class’ High-Speed Trains
By Jessica Puckett
You Can Visit the Italian Riviera on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Starting Summer 2024
By Jessica Puckett
A New Retro Sleeper Train Will Take Travelers from Rome to the Dolomites
By Marianna Cerini
A Tunnel Under the Hudson River Will Improve Train Travel In and Out of NYC
By Rachel Chang
14 Travel Tuesday Deals You Can Still Snag From Resorts, Cruise Lines, and Tour Operators
By Jamie Spain
Inspiration
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The Best Train Trips in the World: 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards
The world’s most swoon-worthy way to slow travel? These train trips, from Europe routes to India and Australia options.By Todd Plummer
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Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express Is Launching New Train Routes to Malaysia’s Most Uniques Landscapes
The most indulgent slow travel experience in Asia is making a comeback.By Rachel Chang
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5 Scenic Trains for Exploring Scotland's Dramatic Highlands, Sparkling Lochs, and Coastal Towns
Take in the views of natural wonders and charming castles from a plush train car.By Marisel Salazar
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6 New Train Routes We’re Excited About
From scenic journeys through New Zealand's wilderness to snowy adventures in the Swiss Alps, these new train experiences have us excited about the future of rail travel.By Julia Eskins
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6 Scenic Amtrak Routes to Book Just for the Views
These trains are the best way to see the variety of landscapes the U.S. has to offer—from the Pacific coastline to desert canyons.By Monisha Rajesh
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The Belmond Orient Express Is Launching New December Routes to Europe’s Most Magical Winter Cities
Passengers will be able to soak in Europe's festive holiday charm on board the decadent train.By Rachel Chang
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Amtrak Is Restarting One of Its Most Scenic Routes Just in Time for Fall Getaways
The Amtrak Cascades, which winds through the natural wonders of the Pacific Northwest, has been paused since 2020.By Jessica Puckett
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These Scenic Train Rides Have the Most Stunning Views in the U.S.
Weave through deserts, mountain ranges, national parks, and more.By Tyler Moss
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How I Pulled Off a Four-Day Trip Through Germany on a €9 Ticket
Traveling through Germany's charming Bavarian towns and into the foothills of the Alps for less than 10 Euros in train fare.By Matt Perkins
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Leaning Into Slow Travel on a 1,200-Mile Train Trip Through Western Canada
This train offers comfortable seats, room to stretch, and breathtaking views for just over $100.By Brendan Sainsbury
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These New Sleeper Train Routes Are the Most Stylish Way to Travel Through Europe
Meander through Italy, France, and Sweden inside your own comfortable compartment.By Adam H. Graham
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A Rail Journey Across America’s Smallest Towns
An Amtrak train trip is the ideal way to have big adventures in America’s smallest towns.By Richard Morgan
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7 Best Amtrak Travel Packages for Visiting Coastal Cities and National Parks
These train itineraries—some of which bundle hotel stays and sightseeing tours—meander through the likes of Seattle, the Grand Canyon, and Yellowstone.By Kristin Braswell
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This Upscale Train Takes Travelers Through the Rockies to Utah’s National Parks
A trip on the new Rocky Mountaineer train in the U.S., with views of Utah's rock formations and unlimited drinks from the beverage cart.By Megan Spurrell
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Riding through Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway
Passing through some of the planet's remotest territories, the storied route offers a window onto worlds that are both deeply foreign and surprisingly familiar.By Julian Walter
Photography by Julian Walter
Train Travel News
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What It's Like to Ride the Seven Stars Kyushu—Japan's Version of the Orient Express
On board the newly renovated train, guests sip cocktails as views of forests and volcanoes fly by.By Melinda Joe
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Women Who Travel Podcast: The Romance and Reality of Sleeper Trains
Host Lale Arikoglu sits down with author Monisha Rajesh to chat about these overnight journeys, plus a listener dispatch who rode the rails across Canada. - Train Journeys
4 Scenic Amtrak Routes for Stunning Views of Fall Foliage
These Amtrak destinations offer activities centered around fall foliage—plus amazing views on the train journey.By Jessica Puckett
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Amtrak Is Adding More Late-Night Departures, With Fares Starting at Just $5
Taking night trains could mean huge savings — Amtrak's Night Owl fares are now available on more select Northeast Regional routes.By Jessica Puckett
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Sitting With My Grief on the Train From Milan to Rome
Shuttling between cities to care for her sick father, writer Marianna Cerini finds herself captivated—and comforted—by a world viewed through the train window.By Marianna Cerini
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The US Could Be Getting a New, ‘World Class’ High-Speed Train in the South
Amtrak is exploring a partnership with Texas Central to bring high-speed rail to the state.By Rachel Chang
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8 Tips for Getting Cheap Train Tickets Throughout Europe
From planning well in advance to simply embracing flexibility, there are quite a few ways to save money while riding the rails.By Olivia Morelli
- Style & Culture
On Location: The Orient Express Goes Off the Rails in ‘Mission: Impossible 7'
Plus, following Ethan Hunt to Abu Dhabi and Italy.By Charlie Hobbs
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5 US Sleeper Train Routes for the Ultimate Slow Travel Journey
Be lulled to sleep by the train's gentle rocking, and wake up to the sun rising over mountains or oceans.By Marianna Cerini
- Places to Stay
6 Beautiful Hotels That Were Once Train Stations
With vaulted ceilings, Tiffany stained glass, and gold medallions, these stunning properties artfully preserve the golden age of railroading.By Katherine McLaughlin
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These Amtrak Train Routes Make Stops at Some of America's Most Scenic National Parks
There's something adventurous about exploring America's wilderness by train.By Marianna Cerini
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Amtrak's New First Class Dining Experience Is Inspired by Popular Restaurants in New York and Philadelphia
Stephen Starr is bringing his James Beard Award-winning dishes on board Acela trains.By Jessica Puckett
- Wellness & Spas
We Tried Out the New Dior Spa on Board the Royal Scotsman Train—Here's What It's Like
Think glossy lacquered walls, the Maison's burgundy Toile de Jouy, and one of the most comfortable spa beds in the world.By Sarah James
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4 Amtrak Routes That Make for Scenic—And Affordable—Summer Getaways
From beach towns in Michigan and oceanfront resorts in Rhode Island to vineyards in Texas hill country.By Jessica Puckett
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Best New Ways to Travel: 2023 Hot List
The most exciting new openings in travel, from the freshest airport terminals to exciting train and air routes.By CNT Editors
What Does the Phrase “Slow Travel” Actually Mean?
By Sebastian Modak
Amtrak Announced a Major Upgrade to Its Fleet, With Sleek New ‘Amtrak Airo’ Trains Rolling Out Across the U.S. in 2026
By Rachel Chang
A Peek Inside the New Orient Express Train Reveals It’s More Glamorous Than Ever
By Marianna Cerini
Women Who Travel Podcast: Train Tripping Around India With Author Monisha Rajesh
By CNT Editors
How to Pack for Overnight Train Trips: Everything First-Timers Should Know
By Kaitlyn McInnis
Meet the Retirees Who Serve as Volunteer Guides on Amtrak Trains
By Sarah Kuta
Buy One Train Ticket, Get One Free During Amtrak’s Valentine’s Day Sale
By Rachel Chang
A New Version of the Orient Express Train Is Coming to Italy in 2023
By Marianna Cerini
What Train Travel Looks Like for British Royals
By Caitlin Morton
Europe Is Undergoing a Sleeper Train Renaissance
By J.R. Patterson
A Guide to the Eurail Pass: What to Know About Train Travel in Europe
By Blane Bachelor
Train Travel in the U.S. Is Getting More Luxurious
By Barbara Peterson
Train Travel With Kids: Tips for a Smooth Journey from Parents and Travel Experts
By Blane Bachelor
Meet the U.S. Tourists Who Only Travel by Train
By Julia Ries
How Pullman Porters Influenced a Generation of Black Train Travelers
By Taryn White