Articles tagged as: Amtrak
June 19, 2023
New Amtrak funding could include passenger rail improvements for Hoosiers
Earlier this month, Amtrak announced it submitted applications for more than $700 million in Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) funds
Read MoreMarch 30, 2023
Grant money could fund Amtrak route between Louisville and Indianapolis
Amtrak service could be developed between Indianapolis and Louisville if a new planning grant application is approved.
Read MoreJuly 1, 2019
Hoosier State Line Completes Last Trip Before Ceasing Operations
Amtraks Hoosier State Line made one final round trip between Indianapolis and Chicago Sunday before discontinuing service. For some on board, it was an emotional day.
Read MoreJune 28, 2019
Could The Hoosier State Line Come Back?
While riders say they're disappointed to see the service end, state officials say the numbers speak for themselves.
Read MoreMay 31, 2019
New York Startup To Pilot Indianapolis-Chicago Bus Service
The pilot project comes after Indiana lawmakers discontinued funding for Amtrak's Hoosier State passenger line in the new state budget.
Read MoreMay 13, 2019
Ex-Rep. Rokita Backed Defunding Amtrak, Now Picked For Board
Todd Rokita was a Republican member of the House Transportation Committee during his eight years in Congress.
Read MoreMay 1, 2019
Amtrak Ending Indianapolis-To-Chicago Route With Funding Cut
The four-days-a-week train won't run after June 30, which is when its $3 million annual state subsidy ends.
Read MoreApril 17, 2019
Last Minute Push To Fund Amtrak Service Between Indy, Chicago
Some lawmakers say the passenger line is part of Indiana's economic future.
Read MoreApril 10, 2019
Amtrak Halts Post-July Reservations For Indy To Chicago Line
Amtrak is also contacting people who've booked seats, warning them they might need to make other travel arrangements if Indiana lawmakers end funding for the line.
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2019
Hoosier State Train Route In Jeopardy Without State Funding
The Hoosier State is one of Amtrak's 29 state-supported routes around the country. The line's ridership is the smallest of the state-supported routes
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