The 20th Century Limited was once the preferred mode of transportation of the rich and famous. I traveled from NYC to Albany in the restored train car and found it far superior to modern travel. The ...
Now is your chance to hop aboard “The Most Famous Train in the World!” The United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey (URHS) will host more than 50 Hudson River Rail Excursions in 2024. The ...
There aren't many famous trains in the world, but one that transportation historians and travel enthusiasts can agree on is this train right here: The 20th Century Limited. Between 1902 and 1962, the ...
"Until you step off the train, you’re in 1948," said the conductor, as a group of women dressed to the nines in colorful suits, dresses and veiled hats climbed onboard, emphasizing his point. For 65 ...
The Twentieth Century Limited now is the fastest passenger train traveling on New York Central Railroad tracks. It sets a record by averaging 45 miles per hour -- reaching top speeds of 75 mph -- on a ...
In June 1938, the New York Central introduced new locomotives and Pullman cars. Their breathtakingly bold streamlined design was the handiwork of an industrial designer whose work would become iconic ...