Great news for rail continues: @amtrak.com and @wisdot.bsky.social plan to extend two daily Hiawatha trains to Madison! The Hiawatha route currently terminates in Milwaukee.

Positive news from Amtrak: A Request for Suppliers was issued for replacement of the long-distance fleet serving 14 routes including the Empire Builder. Most of the 800 cars in operation today are nearly 50 years old.

“'We are extremely optimistic,' said Brian Nelson, with the rail advocacy group All Aboard Minnesota. 'This could be a significant piece of legislation to move passenger rail service forward in Minnesota.'” @startribune.com (Gift Link) buff.ly/kvGo4Bk

Mn Senate Transportation Committee bill moves forward with language supporting a future grant proposal to evaluate new passenger rail service from the Twin Cities to Kansas City and new daytime service from Saint Paul to Fargo! All Aboard MN and city staff from Albert Lea and Anoka gave testimony.

We're starting this week off by answering some FAQs about passenger rail in Minnesota. 🧵

Listen to the Minnesota House hearing on HF 3176 happening now: www.youtube.com/live/Q6c5_TJ...

If you want more passenger rail, now is the time to contact your representatives! House bill 3176 will be heard in the House Transportation Finance and Policy committee this Monday.

Support expanded passenger rail! Ask your legislators to support HF3176 | SF 2887, directing @mndot.mn.gov to submit applications to the Federal Railroad Administration to study two corridors. allaboardmn.org/news/blog/re...

Last week, @amtrak.com announced plans to replace its Superliner cars on long-distance trains. While passengers will miss the views from the upper level of the bi-level cars, it’s time for modern and more accessible equipment. Read more from: @hsrail.bsky.social: www.hsrail.org/blog/amtrak-...

Are you getting the latest updates on passenger rail in Minnesota and beyond? www.allaboardmn.org/join/

The Saint Paul City Council joined several other cities in passing a resolution in support of studying passenger rail to Kansas City 🎉 www.bizjournals.com/twincities/n...

It's that time of year again. Let’s check in with some of our favorite urbanist advocacy organizations about their goals for this year’s legislative session! Listen on our site or through your podcast platform of choice!

The Minnesota legislative session begins in a week. Ask your legislators to support HF3176 | SF2887. buff.ly/BifSDVP

"Fans of the Borealis Amtrak train route from St. Paul to Chicago have asked for state planners to keep up the momentum and study additional passenger rail lines." @frederickmelo.bsky.social for @pioneerpress.bsky.social www.twincities.com/2026/02/06/a...

Over 15 cities and chambers have passed resolutions in support of our two proposed routes. ABC 6 News - KAAL TV interviewed folks in Albert Lea about why they'd like to see a stop in their city. www.kaaltv.com/news/all-abo...

Want to see more passenger rail in the Midwest? Could you give a couple hours per month to forward the mission of All Aboard Minnesota? Email us at [email protected]. We have some easy ways to get involved.

We support @hsrail.bsky.social in asking Secretary Duffy to meet the demand for rail. Take a minute to add your name! www.hsrail.org/blog/ask-sec...

Now is an ideal time to request a meeting with your legislators to ask them to support intercity passenger rail. The legislative session begins on February 19, but legislators are already holding meetings with constituents. allaboardmn.org/news/blog/sc...

At one time, passenger trains operated twice daily between Saint Paul and Kansas City. We are advocating for a new train to connect the Twin Cities Metro area with Minnesota cities along the 35W corridor.

Join us in advocating for legislation this session to provide daytime passenger rail service between St. Paul and Fargo/Moorhead. We love the Empire Builder, but Minnesota also needs a state-supported train to serve more cities on a more convenient schedule. allaboardmn.org/about/our-vi...

Similar to highways and airlines, Amtrak brings significant investment to Minnesota. In FY2024, the total was $62.8 million in purchased goods and services – benefiting 14 cities directly and the state as a whole. Read the summary www.allaboardmn.org/site/assets/...

The Federal Railroad Administration recently announced it would open a funding round in 2026 for its Corridor ID program. AAMN is working to pass legislation this session that directs MnDOT to make two applications. Learn more about the two corridors www.allaboardmn.org/about/our-vi...

Our new years resolution? New passenger rail lines! The immense success of the Borealis service between Saint Paul and Chicago proves that Minnesotans want more passenger rail options.

The success of the Borealis service between Saint Paul and Chicago proves that Minnesotans want more passenger rail options. AAMN will work this session on HF3176 / SF2887 - to jump start two new rail corridors in MN. Let your legislators know you support this bill! allaboardmn.org/about/news/b...

We hope you have a happy holiday season ❄️🚆 Pictured in his @amtrak.com holiday best: Board Member Tom Beaumont

Nona Hill of All Aboard Wisconsin talks about why she supports expanded passenger rail. Why do you want to see more passenger rail in the Midwest?

We had a strong turnout again at our annual meeting in November. A highlight was our legislative panel, featuring Peter Wagenius of @sierraclubmn.bsky.social and legislative leaders Senator Scott Dibble and Rep. Erin Koegel. We also heard from Ken Bueller about the Northern Lights Express!

Not only is train travel economically beneficial and environmentally friendly...it's fun. Video from the Empire Builder on the way to Milwaukee, taken by Alexander Furneaux.

Why does Glen of New Hope, Minnesota support passenger rail? "It’s a no-brainer. Every city along the route with a stop benefits economically. It’s easy, efficient and a wonderfully pleasant way to travel."

Last day for public comment! Have you submitted your thoughts?

Submit your feedback on the @mndot.mn.gov State Rail Plan by this Monday, November 17th! talk.dot.state.mn.us/state-rail-p...

@mndot.mn.gov estimates every St Paul-Chicago trip by train, instead of car, saves $296. $88 comes in social benefits-safety, emissions and crash reduction. The rest goes to the rider, due to reduced cost of operating a personal vehicle. Increased rail service is a no-brainer! @hsrail.bsky.social

Saint Paul Union Depot used to see 300 trains a day. We're working to restore service and expand fast, comfortable, frequent intercity passenger train services within and beyond Minnesota. Where would you like to be able to go by train?

There is still time to register for our annual meeting this Saturday! We will be joined by Representative Koegel and Senator Dibble to discuss the upcoming legislative session. You won't want to miss the latest in rail news. Get involved! allaboardmn.org/events/2025-...

This Amtrak Borealis train to Chicago has been fully sold out the entire trip.

Our members understand why intercity passenger rail is needed to connect cities, greater Minnesota, and the Midwest. We rely on members, volunteers, and donors to achieve our goals of expanded and improved intercity passenger rail. Join us! allaboardmn.org/join/

Our annual meeting is a week from today! Are you registered? allaboardmn.org/events/2025-...

Did you know we are advocating for TWO new passenger rail routes? We're garnering support from key leaders for additional passenger rail service between Twin Cities ↔ Fargo and new service between the Twin Cities ↔ Kansas City.

You won't want to miss important updates from All Aboard Minnesota, state legislators, and other officials at our annual meeting. You'll have an opportunity to share your thoughts around passenger rail, and members will vote in board elections. Lunch provided! allaboardmn.org/events/2025-...

All Aboard Minnesota attended the annual meeting of the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission (MIPRC) in September at Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri. MIPRC has been facilitating collaboration around passenger rail improvements in the Midwest for 25 years.

Another busy fall day at the Red Wing Amtrak Station with passengers headed south toward Winona and beyond at about noon. The northbound train from Chicago arrives daily in Red Wing about 6 pm.

Like Minnesota, the state of Missouri has a state-supported passenger train - the Missouri River Runner - connecting Kansas City and St. Louis, stopping at eight cities in between. Join us in advocating for more state supported trains including St. Paul to Fargo and the Twin Cities to Kansas City.

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We need a ROBUST national network. Love to see this win for the Gulf Coast! We've been meeting with @mndot.mn.gov staff to discuss restoration of service between the Twin Cities and Kansas City. @amtrak.com @smartgrowthusa.bsky.social @t4america.bsky.social youtu.be/ocmYcriB7jM?...

All I want is a train from St. Paul to Kansas City.

I would very much like to be able to take a train to visit family in Iowa vs. that boring drive down I-35 and back.

Would you like to take a train from St Paul to Albert Lea? What about from Faribault to Des Moines? The re-establishment of train service between the Twin Cities ⇆ Des Moines ⇆ Kansas City is possible. allaboardmn.org/site/assets/...

The train is the way to travel. Cheaper than airlines, or a greyhound bus, stations are in well lit places mostly, and there ride is comfortable.

Also y'all, the Amtrak St Paul Union Depot is NICE. Beautiful atrium, literally footsteps away from the Green Line train to Minneapolis, a combo bike shop and cafe, and a little museum!

Have you ridden the @amtrak.com Aurora Borealis line? Our advocacy helped make that route possible, and you can help us continue to expand interstate passenger rail. Sign up for our newsletter and become a member today. allaboardmn.org/join/