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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Trains 465 and 416 departing on 10/10 are canceled due to unforeseen crew issues. Alternate transportation will be provided.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
Due to First Amendment-related events, customers are encouraged to allow extra time to get to Washington Union Station to board their train.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Despite our best effort to restore service between BOS and WAS today, we have determined at this time it is not safe to do so. Hazardous conditions for our customers & crews have led us to cancel all Amtrak service on the Northeast Corridor until tomorrow. We sincerely apologize.
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Amtrak Northeast
1 month
As of 11:05 a.m. ET, due to the 4.8 earthquake in New Jersey, Amtrak has initiated its track inspection protocol. Speed restrictions have been implemented throughout the Northeast until all inspections are completed.
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Amtrak Northeast
5 months
As of 10:40 am ET, All services operating in the Newark (NWK) area may experience lengthy delays due to debris blocking the tracks. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
SERVICE ALERT UPDATE: All service between Washington (WAS) and Boston (BOS) has been canceled for the remainder of the day. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Service will resume on the Northeast Corridor tomorrow, 9/3.
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Amtrak Northeast
5 years
Adirondack Train 68 is currently stopped south of Albany-Rensselaer (ALB) due to mechanical issues. We will update as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
ALERT: For safety, all services along the NEC are temporarily suspended due to multiple weather related issues. Trains enroute will continue to WAS/NYP/BOS (whichever is first) and hold. We apologize for this inconvenience and will be providing updates as soon as possible.
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Amtrak Northeast
2 months
New Seating Arrangements Introduced on all Northeast Regional and Select East Coast Routes.
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Amtrak Northeast
10 months
Service Alert:
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Amtrak Service Between Washington, D.C. and Boston Suspended.
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6 years
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
Service Temporarily Suspended between New York City and Albany
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
All service between WAS and NYP is currently suspended until at least 9am due to storm-related power outages between PHL and NYP. Updates to follow. Additional info can be found here: We appreciate your patience as we work to restore service.
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Amtrak Northeast
5 years
Update: The transfer is now complete. Train 68 is now on the move currently operating about 3hr 15min late. Please check or our mobile app for additional status updates.
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Amtrak Northeast
1 year
SERVICE ALERT: All traffic between Baltimore (BAL) and Washington (WAS) is stopped due to a powerline outage. We will be sure to provide updates as we get more information.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
SERVICE ALERT: Due to impending severe weather in the Northeast region, we will be operating modified service on Wed. 3/21. Full service will be restored when weather conditions allow us to safely do so. Service and re-accommodation details are outlined below.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Due to the severe weather in the Northeast leading to the cancellation of all Amtrak service in the Northeast Corridor today, phone lines are busy for many customers trying to reach our 800 number, however agents are working hard to take care of many inconvenienced customers.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
Service Restored on Northeast Corridor
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
New faucets, floors and fixtures! Check out the renovated women's restrooms in New York Penn Station.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 months
SERVICE ALERT UPDATE: Due to ongoing severe weather conditions, all trains operating through New York may experience a delay. Trains originating out New York (NYP) may experience a delay up to 60min. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
ALERT: Thank you for traveling with us this holiday season. You may experience boarding delays due to the larger number of travelers this weekend.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Take a peek at our #NYPrenewal progress below, and for more info visit .
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Amtrak Northeast
2 years
Due to a nationwide positive train control system outage all trains may experience a delay. We will update when more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
UPDATE: As of 5:30 PM ET, rail service between New York (NYP) and Croton-Harmon (CRT) will resume on Thursday, 11/16. Single-tracking delays and speed restrictions are anticipated in the area until Saturday, 11/18. For further assistance, please call/text 1-800-USA-RAIL.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Train 649 is stopped to rescue passengers off of a commuter train that is reported without heat and interior power. We're estimating a 30 minute delay due to this, and apologize for the inconvenience while we help a train in need.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 months
SERVICE ALERT: As of 10:06 am ET, due to inclement weather in the area, Services originating out of New York (NYP) may experience delays departing. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
1 month
Speed Restrictions Due to 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Nearly all service between BOS and WAS is scheduled to operate on Sun. 3/4. Full Acela Express service will be provided, all scheduled Northeast Regional originations at NYP and WAS will operate, and full Keystone Service to/from Harrisburg, PA is planned.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
Service Alert: Delays on the Northeast Corridor
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
SERVICE ALERT: In preparation for the pending winter storm, some Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and Empire Service trains are cancelled tomorrow. We're in the process of contacting affected customers for re-accommodation. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Amtrak Northeast
5 years
SERVICE ADVISORY UPDATE: New York Penn (NYP) is now operating off back generators. Trains are not being affected at this time.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Service has been restored at New York Penn Station.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Support for new Hudson rail tunnel is at a record high. Just one more way that Amtrak is #readytobuild .
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
We thank you for your patience as we work to take care of our customers impacted by the recent storm in the northeast.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Update: We are evaluating conditions and making damage repairs along the Northeast Corridor. Major flooding, high winds, and many downed trees have unfortunately caused multiple issues and our crews are diligently working to restore service. Updates to follow.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
We're working around the clock to keep #NYPrenewal on track. For more info, visit .
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
As of 12:20 pm ET, All services operating between New York (NYP) and Albany (ALB) are temporarily stopped due to high waters present ahead from severe weather conditions. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
As of 1:07 pm ET, All services operating between New York (NYP) and Stamford (STM) may experience lengthy delays due to a disabled train blocking the tracks in the area. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
Service Alert:
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Amtrak Northeast
10 months
Service Alert:
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Due to impacts from severe weather in the Northeast, we will operate a modified schedule in the Northeast region beginning Saturday morning. The following trains are cancelled: 150, 52, 160, 88, 156, 158, 2249, 2290, 153, 65, 660, & 20. (1 of 2)
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
Service Resuming Between New York and Boston
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Amtrak Northeast
10 months
As of 8:55 pm ET, Temporary suspension between Albany and New York expected to continue through morning travel.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
All service has now been restored on the NEC. We appreciate your patience as crews worked to safely clear tracks of downed power lines.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Amtrak announces New York Penn Station improvement initiatives:
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Customers traveling on Empire service today may see an increased presence of law enforcement personnel due to exercises taking place as part of our continuing efforts to improve security on Amtrak trains and at stations.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Due to a major winter storm expected to impact the Northeast region on Thursday, Jan. 4, we will be operating modified schedules. Information can be found here:
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Amtrak Northeast
1 year
Weekday Acela Stops at Trenton (TRE) will be discontinued effective April 3:
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Amtrak Northeast
1 year
SERVICE ALERT: Due to a trespasser incident north of Trenton (TRE), all rail traffic between Philadelphia (PHL) and Metropark (MET) is stopped until further notice. We will provide updates as information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
"I have visited with our crew and we expect to have all tracks at NYP accessible by Friday morning." - Wick Moorman
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Amtrak Northeast
10 months
Service Alert:
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Amtrak Northeast
1 year
Acela Schedule Change Effective May 8, 2023:
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
All scheduled Northeast Corridor service between BOS and WAS is scheduled to resume tomorrow, Mon. 3/5. We appreciate your patience as we worked to restore service following Winter Storm Riley, and look forward serving you again.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
Service Temporarily Suspended between New York and Croton-Harmon.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
UPDATE: As of 10:35 am ET, Due to ongoing communication and server issues, All services operating between New York (NYP) and Philadelphia (PHL) are currently suspended until further notice. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 years
SERVICE ALERT: Due to flood water on the tracks all service in and out of Washington (WAS) is temporarily stopped. Updates to come.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
We are understandably receiving many eager questions. We want to provide solid answers, but unfortunately some information isn't available yet. Our entire Northeast Corridor will remain impacted as we work to restore service after major impacts from severe weather conditions.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Service is temporarily being suspended between NYP and BOS due to severe storm related issues, flooding and multiple trees down impacting operations. Trains already operating between these cities will be proceeding with delays to their end points as of this time. Updates to come.
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Amtrak Northeast
1 month
UPDATE: As of 3:30 PM ET, All inspections have been completed and service has been restored to normal speed. Residual delays should be expected.
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Amtrak Northeast
13 days
SERVICE ALERT: As of 8:18 pm, due to a trespasser coming into contact with a train, all service between Wilmington (WIL) Philadelphia (PHL) may experience delays. Updates to follow.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
SERVICE UPDATE: Due to the winter storm in the Northeast, we will continue modified service on Thurs. 3/22. Full service will be restored when weather conditions allow us to safely do so. Please continue to follow us for service updates. Details are outlined below.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Today marks the end of #NYPrenewal . We thank all for their patience as we worked to renew critical infrastructure.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 months
SERVICE ALERT: As of 11:28 am ET, due to inclement weather in the area, Services originating out of New York (NYP) may experience delays departing. Lengthy delays are anticipated. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
Due to flooding on the tracks caused by severe weather conditions north of Baltimore (BAL), Trains 137, 55, and 175 are holding. We will update as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Our crews are working around the clock to restore full service to New York Penn Station. Details:
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
UPDATE: As of 11am ET, modified schedules resume between NYP and WAS along with Keystone Service. Customers can expect significant residual delays as we continue work to restore full service following Winter Storm Riley. More info:
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
Service Restored Between Philadelphia and New York
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Amtrak Northeast
7 months
Service Alert:
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Update: We're expecting service between NYP-BOS to remain suspended until at least 6PM due to persistent weather events (excluding the exceptions of our previous tweet). Additional updates on service between NYP-WAS expected around 4PM. We're working to restore service ASAP.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
SERVICE ALERT: Due to impending inclement weather in the Northeast, we will be suspending service between BOS and NYP on Tues. 3/13 until at least 11am. We will resume service when weather conditions allow us to safely do so. Modified/cancelled service details are outlined below.
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Amtrak Northeast
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UPDATE: As of 7:06 PM ET, Due to rail congestion resulting from overhead power issues, All Trains traveling between New Brunswick (NBK) and New York (NYP) will experience delays of at least 3 hours. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding. Updates to come.
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Amtrak Northeast
2 years
SERVICE ADVISORY: Due to ongoing fire department activity, all train traffic in the Philadelphia (PHL) area is temporarily stopped. Trains may incur delays. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
9 months
ALERT: Due to excessive temperatures, customers traveling in the Northeast Corridor should expect heat related delays.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Due to minor derailment at New York Penn Station, customers may experience delays. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Amtrak announces modified schedule as infrastructure renewal efforts continue at NY's Penn Station this summer.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
New concrete is placed on track 15 as part of our continuing infrastructure renewal work at New York Penn Station. Read the latest progress report here: #NYPrenewal
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Service Alert: Due to Hurricane Henri, service between New York and Boston is canceled on Sunday, August 22. Lake Shore Limited, Vermonter and Springfield service is also affected. For reservation assistance, please call 800-USA-RAIL.
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Amtrak Northeast
10 months
Service Alert Update:
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Amtrak Northeast
7 months
SERVICE ALERT UPDATE: Trains originating from New York (NYP) are still experiencing a delay due to rail congestion from the yard to the station. Conditions are improving, but delays are still expected. Trains traveling through NYP may experience a minor delay.
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Amtrak Northeast
10 months
Amtrak Service Temporarily Suspended between New York and Albany due to Severe Weather on Metro-North Railroad.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Track 10 is completed and back in service. For more weekly #NYPrenewal reports, visit .
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6 months
UPDATE: As of 5:24 PM ET, Amtrak Service Temporarily Suspended between New York City and Croton-Harmon
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
Service Alert Update: As of 1:05pm ET, Trains operating on the Empire Service Line are canceled for reasons outside of Amtrak's control. We will update as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Service Alert: Due to Hurricane Henri, service between New York and Boston is canceled on Sunday, August 22. Lake Shore Limited, Vermonter and Springfield service is also affected. For reservation assistance, please text or call 800-USA-RAIL.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
#NYPrenewal Phase 1 of 2 is complete, and work continues around the clock. For more info visit .
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
SERVICE ADVISORY UPDATE: All train traffic is still stopped in the Washington (WAS) area due to a trespasser incident involving train 126. Residual rail congestion is causing delays through the area. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
7 years
Update: Service disruptions along the NEC continue due to ongoing investigation. We hope for restoration of service by mid-morning.
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Amtrak Northeast
8 days
As of 5:12pm ET, Emergency responders have opened one track. Trains will slowly begin moving through the area. Additional delays should be expected.
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Amtrak Northeast
4 months
ALERT: As of 8:54 am ET, Due to ongoing server and signal issues, Acela Trains 2248, 2271, and 2290 are now canceled. For further assistance, please call/text 1-800-USA-RAIL.
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Train 95 will be delayed in Washington (WAS) due to police activity in the area. Updates to come.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Due to impending severe weather in the Northeast region, we will be making service modifications along the Northeast Corridor for Wed. 3/21. We will share details on service changes and re-accommodation as soon as they are finalized. Please continue to follow for updates.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 months
As of 9:50 am ET, All services departing from Boston (BOS) may experience lengthy delays due to a disabled train blocking the tracks and heavy rail congestion in the area. Updates to follow as more information becomes available.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Service between NYP and BOS has been temporarily suspended until at least 10am Thurs. 3/8 due to severe weather. Cancellations have also been expanded for Thurs. 3/8. We hope to safely restore service as weather conditions improve and we apologize for any inconvenience.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Additionally, trains 79, 89, 82, & 164 will originate from WAS. Train 143 will originate from NHV; trains 2251 & 147 will originate from NYP. We will update should information change. We appreciate your patience as we work to fully restore service. (2 of 2)
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Amtrak Northeast
3 years
Train 125 is currently stopped north of Washington (WAS) due to police activity in the area. Updates to come.
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Amtrak Northeast
2 years
Train 666 is currently operating approximately 30 minutes late.
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Amtrak Northeast
6 years
Amtrak service southbound out of WAS is also suspended until at least tomorrow morning due to multiple downed trees blocking the freight line's tracks that we operate on. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience,
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7 years
Amtrak announces select Empire Service train schedules at Grand Central Terminal during #NYPrenewal . .
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