Miami, Amtrak and Chicago

48 hours aboard Amtrak’s new direct train from Chicago to Miami
The Sun-Times sent a reporter and photographer on the first run of the Floridian from Chicago to Miami — on one condition. We have to ride the whole way in coach.
What it’s like to ride Amtrak from Chicago to Miami
Amtrak’s first train from Chicago to Miami left the station on Sunday and arrived on Tuesday. Last month, Amtrak announced it would be launching its new Floridian line, a rail service between Chicago and Miami. Its inaugural run began on Sunday, Nov. 10.
New 'Floridian' Amtrak train heads to Miami from Chicago in 47-hour journey
Amtrak completed its inaugural trip on a temporary new route connecting Chicago and Miami in a journey that takes about 47 hours. Users took to social media to share their thoughts.
5 of the best Amtrak adventures from Chicago for train lovers
Here are some of the best trips you can take from Chicago’s Union Station — from a short ride across the state to a multi-day cross-country trek.
Amtrak 'Floridian' route between Chicago, Miami now open with multiple stops, including Pittsburgh
The more than 40 hours journey has multiple stops, including Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa
Amtrak service from Milwaukee to Chicago could increase with new funding
Milwaukee could see expanded service to Chicago after the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) received $72.8 million in federal funding that will be funneled toward boosting freight rail capacity.
Amtrak offering direct service from Chicago to Florida
For the first time since the 1970s, Amtrak is offering direct service from Chicago to several cities in Florida.
All aboard the Borealis! Amtrak creating a fast track to Chicago
Since launching its Borealis route in May, ridership has exceeded even Amtrak’s expectations, hitting 100,000 riders in just ...
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All aboard the Borealis! Julie & Bel hop the fast track to Chicago
Bel and I are in line with 277 other people waiting to board the Borealis, Amtrak’s latest line that offers daily service ...
Abolish Amtrak
Who can resist the romance of the rails? The glorious train halls of old; the art deco travel posters; the hourslong stoppage ...
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Bowling Green a proposed route in Amtrak route expansions
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The Federal Railroad Administration is conducting an Amtrak Daily Long-Distance Service Study ...
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Trading Planes for Trains: Our Family's Amtrak Empire Builder Story
If you’re interested in trading planes for trains, here’s the story of our family’s first Amtrak Empire Builder experience ...
Amtrak Is Having a 40% Off Flash Sale on Winter Travel — but You Have to Act Fast
The sale, which is available to book through Nov. 14, is valid on travel from Dec. 2, to March 15, 2025, Amtrak shared with ...