Pennsylvania Station—commonly known as Penn Station—is the major intercity rail station and a major commuter rail hub in New York City. The station is located in the underground levels of Pennsylvania Plaza, an urban complex located between Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue and between 31st Street & 33rd Street in Midtown Manhattan, and is owned by Amtrak. Serving 600,000 passengers a day (compared to 140,000 across town at Grand Central Terminal) at a rate of up to a thousand every 90 seconds,[1] it is the busiest passenger transportation facility in the United States[2] and by far the busiest train station in North America.[3]
Penn Station is at the center of the Northeast Corridor, an electrified passenger rail line extending south to Washington, D.C., and north to Boston. Intercity trains are operated by Amtrak, while commuter rail services are operated by the Long Island Rail Road and New Jersey Transit. The station is also served by six New York City Subway routes.
Penn Station station saw 8.7 million Amtrak arrivals and departures in 2008, double the traffic at the next busiest station, Union Station in Washington, D.C.[4] Penn Station’s assigned IATA airport code is ZYP.[5] Its Amtrak and NJ Transit station code is NYP.
the Tamaqua Railroad Station! Take a step into the past as you enter Tamaqua’s restored 1874 Philadelphia & Reading Railroad. Saved from the brink of demolition, the Tamaqua Railroad Station now serves as a heritage center, as well as a cultural and economic hub in Historic Tamaqua. Be sure to make a stop at the Tamaqua Railroad Station on your next visit!
The Tamaqua Railroad Station! Take a step into the past as you enter Tamaqua’s restored 1874 Philadelphia & Reading Railroad. Saved from the brink of demolition, the Tamaqua Railroad Station now serves as a heritage center, as well as a cultural and economic hub in Historic Tamaqua. Be sure to make a stop at the Tamaqua Railroad Station on your next visit!There is plenty of parking in the lot on Route 309 South. After parking, cross the tracks safely at the pedestrian crosswalk. A handicap accessible entrance is located at the rear of the Station.
Take a step back in time and discover the Fairfax Station Museum and the role it played during the Civil War.
Find out about the Orange and Alexandria Railroad and its importance to both the supply and medical evacuation effort.
Learn about the humanitarian efforts begun here by Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross.
Visit our caboose and hear about the vital role of the caboose in early railroad operations.
The Fairfax Station Museum is a great place to view model train displays. Come explore Civil War history, railroading, and the fascinating story of our local community.
Penn Station is at the center of the Northeast Corridor, an electrified passenger rail line extending south to Washington, D.C., and north to Boston. Intercity trains are operated by Amtrak, while commuter rail services are operated by the Long Island Rail Road and New Jersey Transit. The station is also served by six New York City Subway routes.
Penn Station station saw 8.7 million Amtrak arrivals and departures in 2008, double the traffic at the next busiest station, Union Station in Washington, D.C.[4] Penn Station’s assigned IATA airport code is ZYP.[5] Its Amtrak and NJ Transit station code is NYP.
Sometimes, however, the railway line continues for a short distance beyond the station, and terminating trains continue forwards after depositing their passengers, before either proceeding to sidings or reversing back to the station to pick up departing passengers.
Once at Olive, when they finish the lovely construction at Olive & 270, head west on Olive to Ross Rd and turn right. This will take you all the way to Bennington, which has an entrance to Page west (this is right near the start/finish for the TT that was held out there during the winter).
Rockland may be the final stop along the coastal route of the Maine Eastern Railroad, but the economic opportunities may be just beginning for the coastal town when its passenger rail service picks up next month for its third full season in operation. Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Commissioner John Richardson praised the collaborative local, state and private efforts to restore the rail service and boost Rockland’s economy as he toured the renovated railroad station and walked through the idle passenger trains today. “Our rail services hold the key to a number of economic opportunities for Maine, through both passenger rail service and freight service,” Commissioner Richardson said. “Strengthening and expanding Maine’s infrastructure will provide a solid foundation for our economy and benefit communities all over the state and Rockland is a prime example of that success.” The recently renovated station, which previously served as Rockland’s city hall, features office space for Maine Eastern Railroad, a restaurant and a platform for rail passengers. More than 14,000 passengers enjoyed the rail service in 2006 with visitors from all over the country enjoying the 57 mile stretch of coastal tracks. While many passengers picked up the train service in Brunswick, many also traveled to Rockland via the Bath and Wiscasset platforms. Total spending by these passengers during their train trips was estimated to be just under half a million dollars. Rockland’s downtown has been able to benefit from this economic boost and showcase all of the city’s amenities that are within walking distance of the train station. Visitors disembarking in Rockland can enjoy two nationally-recognized museums, 18 art galleries, 23 restaurants and local shops. The train also provides an easy commute for visitors attending the Lobster Festival, North Atlantic Blues Festival or the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbor Show, all in Harbor Park. “The railways have always been important to Rockland, whether it was for freight or for passengers,” said Thomas Hall, Rockland city manager. “This service establishes Rockland as a tourist destination and is a key ingredient in allowing the city to access larger markets in the southern part of the state and New England.” Hall added that Rockland’s passenger rail service was dormant for approximately 40 years before service picked back up again in 2004. For more information, visit http://www.maineeasternrailroad.com.
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