More than 24 million travelers have taken an Amtrak train since October 2023, The Wall Street Journal reported in July. That's 18% more than the previous year, putting the US train company in a position to transport a record number of travelers in 2024.
For me, it's easy to see why more Americans are opting for train travel.
I have taken a lot of flights and road trips throughout my life, but three years ago, I dabbled in the world of railroads and never looked back.
After spending 160 hours traveling more than 5,000 miles in various classes with Amtrak in the US, Via Rail in Canada, and several train lines in Europe, I've found that it's the most comfortable and reliable way to get around sustainably.
Now, traveling by train is my preferred method of transportation, from short trips to overnight rides.