AMTRAK
NORTHEAST & EASTERN SERVICES
Acela Regional
Regional trains provide fast and reliable services
to more destinations with more departures and reduced journeys, in both
Business and Coach classes. The Acela trains link Buffalo, Albany, Harrisburg,
Richmond, Springfield and Newport Mews with the main Washington-Boston
corridor.
Exploring the Northeast US is made easy with hundreds
of destinations and historical sites to visit. The Regional services cover
most of the Northeast region including Boston, Washington DC, Williamsburg,
the Amish Country in Pennsylvania and the great Empire State of New York.
On board you will find comfortable seating and extra
roomy storage for your luggage. The pub style Cafe Car tempts you with
appetising food and a sociable atmosphere.
| Prices 2001 |
Fares |
| Between Boston & New York |
from £34 |
| Between Boston & Washington DC |
from £46 |
| Between New York & Washington DC |
from £46 |
Acela Express (Coach Class Only)
A new world-class Amtrak service - a combination
of acceleration and excellence, which provides first class and high speed
services between Boston and Washington DC. Using advanced tilt train technology,
the Acela Express services reduce travel times between Boston and New
York.
The new 150-mph Acela trains were designed with input
from experienced travellers. Facilities include plush seating with adjustable
head cushions, adjustable lighting and a large tray table. Visit the Cafe
Car where there is beer on tap and news on the TV Screen.
| Prices 2001 |
Fares |
| Between Boston & New York |
from £68 |
| Between Boston & Washington DC |
from £92 |
| Between New York & Washington DC |
from £92 |
Crescent
Between New York & New Orleans
Travel between the Big Apple and the Big Easy in
comfort with friendly service and lots of fun along the way. This is a
route rich in American history and during the summer you can learn about
the Civil War and the Civil Rights movement from National Park Service
guides.
As you travel between the two cities, the vibrant
cityscapes of the Northeast fade into the Blue Ridge foothills, pine forests
and sleepy towns of the Deep South.
| Prices 2001 |
Fares |
| Between New York & New Orleans |
from £129 |
| Between New York & Altanta |
from £129 |
| Between Atlanta & New Orleans |
from £61 |
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