NEWS RELEASE – January 22, 2024 Increases seen on all four corridors RICHMOND — The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced today that more than 1.32 million passengers traveled on its state-supported Amtrak Virginia service during calendar year 2023. This was the highest ridership recorded since state-supported service began in
NEWS RELEASE – December 8, 2023 Grant will fund Long Bridge and Phase II Projects RICHMOND – The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) today announced it has been awarded a $729 million grant by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) through its Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program (FSP-National). The
NEWS RELEASE – December 6, 2023 Selections are a significant step in Transforming Rail in Virginia Initiative RICHMOND – The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced today that it has selected construction partners for two of its most significant Transforming Rail in Virginia (TRV) projects. For the Long Bridge-North Package,
NEWS RELEASE – September 29, 2023 Bypass to alleviate rail congestion in Northern Virginia RICHMOND — The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) today announced it has been awarded a $100 million grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) in support of its Franconia-Springfield Bypass Project. As part of the
NEWS RELEASE – September 13, 2023 Events planned to promote rail safety RICHMOND -The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is observing Rail Safety Month in Virginia by promoting the importance of safety in and around trains, stations, and tracks. A Proclamation from Governor Glenn Youngkin recognizing the month kicks off
NEWS RELEASE – September 7, 2023 Take the train to local fall festivals RICHMOND — Autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons in Virginia with gorgeous fall foliage, apple picking, and seasonal festivals. The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) invites you to explore the beauty of the Commonwealth this
NEWS RELEASE – July 25, 2023 Month of June sets a record for ridership RICHMOND — The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced today that 1.26 million passengers traveled on its Amtrak Virginia service during the state’s fiscal year 2023 (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023), setting an all-time
NEWS RELEASE – May 25, 2023 The Trains and Tiaras Tour to focus on volunteerism RICHMOND — Amtrak Virginia is promoting volunteerism and community connection across the Commonwealth through a partnership with the Miss Virginia Volunteer organization and a small-town rail tour featuring 2023 Miss Virginia Volunteer Kate Clatterbuck. The
NEWS RELEASE – May 25, 2023 Growth of the state-supported service expected to continue through the summer RICHMOND — Ridership on the Commonwealth’s Amtrak Virginia service set another record in April the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced today. With 107,929 passengers traveling, April 2023 saw a 53.2% increase over
NEWS RELEASE – May 10, 2023 Amtrak Virginia offers service to colleges and universities RICHMOND & WASHINGTON, DC — With summer right around the corner, Amtrak and the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) are inviting students and their parents to skip traffic jams and hop on board the train for