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Rail travel in the USA

Rail travel is making a small comeback in the United States. It could become even bigger, thanks in part to the younger, more environmentally conscious generation. And more: people understand that trains connecting the country are important.

40-year-old rail cars and still a comeback?

Once upon a time, the USA was a railroad nation – the Wild West was conquered on a steel steed. But that was a long time ago. Rail travel has long been a niche market in the country. The U.S. government wants to change that and invest 66 billion dollars in rail transport. In view of rising fuel prices, this may come at just the right time.

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Freight train has right of way ©Rebecca Hillauer
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