Sep 24, 2021 · Yes, Amtrak and freight can coexist – so long as there’s a commitment to priority trains and first-rate dispatching that keeps traffic rolling. BNSF shows how to get the job done.

In 2021, Amtrak had approximately 5 million train miles on BNSF’s network. Assistant Director Passenger Operations Cindy Stone leads a dedicated team at our Network Operation Center …

Oct 6, 2023 · The Amtrak Cascades rolls above Canadian National Railway tracks in British Columbia, BNSF Railway tracks in Washington, and Union Pacific Railroad tracks in Oregon.

Aug 16, 2024 · BNSF and Amtrak are testing slightly longer schedules for the Southwest Chief, and have adopted schedules for a pair of Cascades trains. Once the Southwest Chief …

Metra’s BNSF (BNSF) Line extends west from Chicago Union Station (CUS, or “Union Station”) to the Aurora Transportation Center, serving portions of Cook, DuPage, and Kane Counties. In …

BNSF operates one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States.

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Feb 28, 2023 · We also proudly host Amtrak intercity passenger rail that is constructively shared and does not negatively affect BNSF freight service. Commuter agencies like Amtrak, which …

In addition to BNSF freights, UP trains on trackage rights can also be seen. Metra commuter trains use the line extensively, terminating at Aurora. Amtrak's California Zephyr, Southwest …

Nov 6, 2021 · Bill Stephens writes in the December issue of Trains a very good analysis of what is required from track, signaling, dispatching and supervision to keep Amtrak 3 and 4 on time.