Safety is Amtrak’s top priority. Amtrak is a leader in the installation of Positive Train Control (PTC), a safety technology designed to match train speed to track conditions for improved safety.
Safety is Amtrak’s top priority. Amtrak is a leader in the installation of Positive Train Control (PTC), a safety technology designed to match train speed to track conditions for improved safety.
Itinerary Change: Due to Tropical Storm Arthur, Train 19(17) is canceled between Birmingham (BHM) and New Orleans (NOL). Buses will be provided between Birmingham (BHM) and New Orleans (NOL). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Itinerary Change: Due to Tropical Storm Arthur, Train 20(18) is canceled between New Orleans (NOL) and Birmingham (BHM), departing from Birmingham (BHM). Buses will be provided between New Orleans (NOL) and Birmingham (BHM). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Travel Update: Due to ongoing delays, Train 393 will no longer operate between Mattoon (MAT) and Carbondale (CDL). Alternate transportation via a shuttle bus has been coordinated to operate in place of the train. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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