Amtrak Virginia

09/04/2026

Two Virginia icons, one frame. This moment in Ashland, Virginia captures the speed of the train and the hometown charm of one of our favorite stops along the way, as captured by

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09/01/2026

September is Rail Safety Month, and it’s a good time for a quick reminder: railroad tracks are for trains, not shortcuts, selfies, or standing around.

Whether you’re walking, biking, driving, or exploring Virginia by train, stay alert near railroad crossings and always obey the signs and signals. Trains can’t stop quickly, but you can make a safe choice.

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08/31/2026

A great trip starts with the people who make it possible. During Labor Appreciation Week, help us thank the Amtrak Virginia frontline employees who keep our service moving day in and day out.

From the platform to the train, their work helps passengers get where they’re going with care, professionalism, and a friendly welcome. The next time you see a member of our crew, let them know you appreciate them.

Tag an Amtrak Virginia team member or share a thank-you in the comments.

08/28/2026

Did you know that passenger rail is returning to the New River Valley in late 2027? This Rail Fan Friday, we are celebrating the expansion of Amtrak Virginia service to Christiansburg with a rendering of the future. Follow for updates as the NRV project progresses.

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08/25/2026

you worked hard all summer. the long weekend is yours 🚂🌿 spend it right with no highway and no stress, just the rails

08/24/2026

Amtrak announces modified service October 16-26, 2026 for critical infrastructure work. Impacted customers will be contacted directly by Amtrak. The current schedules available online have been updated to reflect these changes.

Amtrak today announced, “Pause for Progress,” a critical infrastructure upgrade scheduled to take place this fall in the First Street Tunnel just south of Washington Union Station. For a nine-day period, from October 16–26, 2026, Amtrak will implement a temporary service outage at “A-Interlo...

08/21/2026

Talk about perfect timing. ☁️🚂 This one by has us in our feels

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08/21/2026

The best travelers know that the journey is the destination 🚂❤️ Happy National Senior Citizen Day. Did you know our trains give a 10% discount to passengers aged 65 and better?

Here's to the ones who taught us how to slow down and enjoy the ride.

08/19/2026

there’s a first for everything… and thankfully our first is as good as our second. and third. and fourth… if it’s your first ride soon, here’s some of what you can expect.

08/14/2026

Okay but why does this look like a movie still 🎬🚂 Incredible eye from

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