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Unfortunately, this is not that uncommon with Amtrak. Both the delays and the unprofessional conduct of the staff. As we can see from the poster above, some fellow riders are even more heartless. Until Amtrak begins to act with both heart and head, passenger rail in the United States of...

The point is you shouldn't be late. It is your responsibility to drop your bags off on time. Company policy dictates a minimum of 2 hours advance drop off. Like it or lump it.

I've written before on these blogs about the hazards of amtrak. I'm glad to see that a few of the enlightened ones are finally coming to grips with what is a national epidemic. There should be a congressional investigation into these engineers with drug testing, alcohol bans, psychological...

People need to learn to be around other people. It is not realistic to have the whole world to yourself. If you don't like it then buy your own train network and travel that way.

Do you have any sources to prove this?

Hi Joe, welcome to the amtrak blog! Sorry you had a bad experience with amtrak. Stats show that some amtrak experiences are negative. I have long advocated for a direct complaint system to amtrak through this blog, but my efforts have been rezoned. It seems the truth hurts more than the...

Just a few examples: http://discuss.amtraktrains.com/index.php?/topic/57194-another-pedestrian-struck-by-amtrak-train/page-2 http://discuss.amtraktrains.com/index.php?/topic/58038-coast-starlight-incident-122713-struck-someone-or-not/page-3...

First, please know that this blog is NOT run by Amtrak directly despite all the Amtrak logos and symbolism. It has been outsourced. So your comments will not go directly through to Amtrak but instead be read by retired conductors, lead service attendants, etc., as noted on their virtual...

Despite what others here say, Amtrak Full Meal Service is not fine dining. Fine dining establishments use established ratings systems. Amtrak Full Meal Service is not even included in the Zagnut Ratings.

Please note this blog is NOT run by the Amtrak Full Meal Service. You must contact them directly to get your answer. Another thing I would recommend is to contact the FDA (food and drug association): http://www.fda.gov/ICECI/Inspections/IOM/default.htm Their blog has in-depth rules...

Living in the past is not a way to improve passenger rail. Neither is going after me. There is an old saying here in Virginia, and I do quote: "If you don't have anything nice to say, try, try again." Also if you think the government is coming after you, then Amtrak has even bigger problems...

Some time ago I posted to this blog a post entitled: "Amtrak: Fixing a Broken System: A Guide" At the time many of my points were laughed at, scoffed at, or ridiculed…or worse. Now here we are years later, and people are coming around to many of the very points I made at that time. I...

After 9/11 here is ZERO chance of this getting passed. Never forget.

It would be interesting to know if this is a profitable route and not another boondoggle. As usual these "little details" are not clearly explained. Almost as if they don't want us to know. By the way how old is this track? And will it crack?

Chicago has a lot of problems. It has long been known for having one of the highest if not the highest crime rates in the nation (US). It is also extremely windy, and this leads to poor road conditions and freezing. People have also died there. In terms of trains and tracks, I agree that a...

Please bare in mind that there is a possibility the train could be late or even cancelled. If either of those scenarios comes to pass you will have to make other plans or cancel your travel entirely. Which train are you taking? If you follow these blogs you will know that the most...

And where would this money come from?

I think these blog posts have gotten way off topic. In my guide I provided specific points that should be followed to fix a failed system (for example highly speedy rail between Texas and the Dakotas, proven to double ridership over 10 years), and now this has turned into political fodder for...

I have been widely attacked on this blog and even received personal attacks in my inbox from people on this site, but I am still here, and I will not go away as long as I feel I need to fight injustice wherever it lurks, without regard to politics, race, creed, or deed. Granted I have only...

I didn't read this whole article, but I think the title says it all http://ti.org/antiplanner/?p=3209 Please explain.