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Amtrak's new Acela train debuts in time for Labor Day
Amtrak’s long-awaited new Acela trains are debuting this month, just in time for Labor Day. The NextGen Acela trains will officially launch on Aug. 28, and travelers can look forward to an elevated passenger experience and faster train times alongside Amtrak’s most popular route.
Amtrak's new high-speed Acela trains are coming soon to Boston, New York, D.C. and the Northeast Corridor
Amtrak's new high-speed NextGen Acela trains will soon begin operating between Boston, New York and Washington, D.C.
New Trains Set For High-Speed Route Linking Washington D.C. And Boston
Amtrak will begin rolling out NextGen Acela trains on August 28, launching five trainsets that will operate on the Northeast Corridor between Boston and Washington, D.C. The new trains offer up to 160 mph top speeds, more seats per departure and upgraded onboard amenities, according to Amtrak.
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Amtrak’s NextGen Acela, the nation’s latest high-speed rail service, will begin carrying passengers between Boston and Washington, DC.
Amtrak’s High-Speed NextGen Acela Ready To Roll
“NextGen Acela is more than a new train—it’s an evolution of travel,” said Amtrak President Roger Harris. “In just a few weeks, history will be made with the debut of NextGen Acela as we launch a new standard for American train travel.”
Amtrak's New High-speed Acela Trains Launch This Month—What Travelers Should Know
The NextGen Acela will offer smoother rides, better seating, and elevated onboard dining between Boston and Washington, D.C.
Amtrak Rolling Out New High-Speed Trains: What Northeast Travelers Should Know
New high-speed trains are about to be available for travelers along the Northeast Corridor.Amtrak will launch five NextGen Acela trains on Thursday, Aug. 28. The upgraded high-speed train will connect major cities like Boston,
New 160-MPH Amtrak Acela Trains To Debut This Month With Two CT Stops On Route From Boston To DC
Fi, individual USB ports, power outlets, reading lights and an “enhanced” offering of food and beverages onboard, the company said.
‘NextGen Acela’ trains to debut in late August, Amtrak announces
The new trains feature 27 percent more seats and more daily departures, Amtrak said. They will have a top speed of 160 miles per hour, 10 miles per hour faster than the current fleet.
Amtrak announces debut date for new Acela trains
Amtrak first introduced its Acela product in 2000. The NextGen trains were outlooked to enter service in 2022, but experienced numerous hurdles delaying their introduction.
Amtrak Set to Debut New NextGen Acela High-Speed Trains in Philadelphia
After several years of delays, Amtrak is expected to debut its new, redesigned Acela high-speed trains in Philadelphia later this month, writes Mike D’Onofrio

Amtrak’s Fastest Train Is Launching This Month on the East Coast

A new era of high-speed rail is coming to cities throughout the Northeast with the debut of Amtrak’s NextGen Acela trains.

What to know about Amtrak's new Acela trains, when they'll start service

Amtrak announced its new Acela trains will begin revenue service on Aug. 28, with all 28 of the new sets expected to be ...