Passenger rail transportation

Indian Railways says the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has cleared a key step in its modernization push after completing a Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) high-speed trial.

Amtrak record ridership is drawing attention as more Americans opt for trains instead of planes and highways. In 2025, the operator delivered its strongest ridership and revenue results in its 54-year history, supported by major investment and rising demand as travelers grow tired of flying and driving.

Amtrak rejects Transcontinental Chief after looking over a private proposal that promised a single, continuous New York City–Los Angeles run—rather than the familiar coast-to-coast trip that takes about three days and requires two separate train rides.

MetroCard retirement has a clear start date: as of January 1, 2026, you can’t buy a MetroCard or refill one you already have, according to the MTA’s MetroCard page.

Bay Area Rapid Transit’s BART fare hike is scheduled to start Jan. 1, 2026, raising the average per-trip fare by about 30 cents, or 6.

Edinburgh signalling upgrade work has been completed by Network Rail between Portobello and Edinburgh Waverley, with the focus on improving reliability on one of Scotland’s busiest rail corridors, as set out by the Network Rail Media Centre.

Amtrak single-level fleet planning is increasingly being framed as a practical alternative to the Superliner replacement path.

Merseyrail contactless ticketing pilot plans are moving forward as the Liverpool City Region advances the next phase of a modern smart ticketing system.

Sussex rail engineering work will affect services across Sussex and south London over Christmas and New Year. Network Rail is urging passengers to plan ahead and check journeys, as noted by the Network Rail Media Centre.

Mascouche Exo train link to REM is expected to open on Jan. 12, offering commuters a quicker route downtown.

Class 150 Sprinter preservation has reached The Watercress Line in Hampshire. The railway says it is the first UK heritage railway to take this type into its running fleet, as reported by RailUK.

Amtrak Acela delays have stretched to more than four years, according to the full Senate report released late Monday. The report points to planning and design complications, track issues, and an effort to reach higher speeds that have not materialized.