This article from the Star Tribune is a great piece on where passenger rail in Minnesota is now and what could be in store in the future. Read here: www.startribune.com/borealis-tra...

Borealis train hits ridership milestone. Here is how Amtrak is responding.

A southern Minnesota highway has been named in honor of a longtime first responder.

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Tomorrow is the last day to buy discounted tickets! Amtrak's Winter Sale offers 25% off Borealis and Hiawatha tickets for travel from October 14th through December 17th. Book your tickets now! allaboardmn.org #passengerrail #AAMN #borealis #amtrak

Over the past few months, we've been updating our website. Here are a few pages that have received overhauls in the last few weeks. Check them out! Borealis: bit.ly/4xa1cDI Meet the Board: allaboardmn.org/about/board/ Our Vision: bit.ly/4ybrTJx Past, Present, Future: bit.ly/4xa1cDI

All Aboard Minnesota mourns the passing of our esteemed board member, Tom Beaumont. Tom was a long time passenger rail advocate. He was generous with his time and loved working with our members and volunteers. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.

This week: The Greater Northwest Rail Summit/Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Conference, August 25-27. This event will gather leaders from across various sectors for discussions on the future of rail across the Greater Northwest. More info: bigskyrailmt.gov/2026-gnwrs-bspra-annual-meeting

2026 Greater Northwest Rail Summit & BSPRA Annual Conference — Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority

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I spent seven and a half hours on the Borealis for the seventh time, and I’ll do it again.

A Love Letter to Amtrak's Borealis Train Line - Racket

I spent seven and a half hours on the Borealis for the seventh time, and I’ll do it again.

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Our website is currently down. We are working on it! If you need something on the meantime, email us at info@allaboardmn.org.

Why a train to Kansas City? Our study estimated Minnesota ridership on this new service at around 190,000 annually for one roundtrip per day – on par with the Borealis service between Saint Paul and Chicago. Learn more.

Twin Cities - Des Moines - Kansas City • All Aboard Minnesota

A high priority route for All Aboard Minnesota is a new state supported train between the Twin Cities; Des Moines, Iowa; and Kansas City, Missouri – a distance of approximately 500 miles. This route…

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Explore our long-term vision for expanding the network of intercity passenger rail. allaboardmn.org/about/our-vi...

The kids at the West Side library have spoken: trains are the coolest.

Whether you're a member already or a fan of the Borealis, consider making a gift today. We're relying on your generosity to continue our work advocating for expanded passenger rail. buff.ly/gVFbgKd

"After the train pulled out of the depot, we headed to the lounge car where we enjoyed panoramic views along the route as well as beer, wine and soda to toast to the start of our journey." Read the latest rider story:

Rider Stories: Red Wing via Empire Builder • All Aboard Minnesota

Our Saturday morning departure on the Empire Builder out of the gorgeous St. Paul Union Depot was a bit delayed, but the communication we received from Amtrak via text and email was excellent,…

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See you at Union Depot this weekend? www.uniondepot.org/event/train-...

People crave trains. www.theguardian.com/football/202...

Amtrak is smashing ridership records. Is it ready to handle the World Cup?

The United States’ rail system has a dedicated customer base, but remains a niche option for most this summer

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The @amtrak.com Borealis turns 2 today! Repost and share where you've taken it or where you'd like to go next.

We need volunteers. If you love trains and passenger rail, join us at Train Days at Union Depot June 6 & 7! allaboardmn.org/.../join-aam... Email info@allaboardmn.org with your availability. All volunteers will be paired with a board member or experienced volunteer.

Please ask your senators and representative to oppose cuts to passenger rail funding. Take action today.

Federal Budget Proposal Takes Ax to Trains | High Speed Rail Alliance

The proposed budget cuts to trains would be catastrophic. Advocates need to make noise and make sure Congress invests more in passenger rail.

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Federal funding for passenger rail is under threat. The federal budget proposal the White House sent to Congress calls for cuts to Amtrak, programs that help states develop passenger rail, and capital funding for local transit systems. www.hsrail.org/blog/federal...

Great news for rail continues: @amtrak.com and @wisdot.bsky.social plan to extend two daily Hiawatha trains to Madison! The Hiawatha route currently terminates in Milwaukee.

Hiawatha West - Amtrak New Era

Enhancing the customer experience by introducing new trains with a focus on safety, passenger comfort and reliability

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Positive news from Amtrak: A Request for Suppliers was issued for replacement of the long-distance fleet serving 14 routes including the Empire Builder. Most of the 800 cars in operation today are nearly 50 years old.

Amtrak Takes Big Step Towards New Long Distance Trains - Amtrak Media

We’ve issued a formal request for suppliers to bid on the new Long Distance fleet replacement contract.

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“'We are extremely optimistic,' said Brian Nelson, with the rail advocacy group All Aboard Minnesota. 'This could be a significant piece of legislation to move passenger rail service forward in Minnesota.'” @startribune.com (Gift Link) buff.ly/kvGo4Bk

As ridership swells, bill to study expanding passenger rail service out of Twin Cities revived

More people than ever hopped on Amtrak trains in Minnesota last year, including nearly 200,000 in St. Paul.

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Mn Senate Transportation Committee bill moves forward with language supporting a future grant proposal to evaluate new passenger rail service from the Twin Cities to Kansas City and new daytime service from Saint Paul to Fargo! All Aboard MN and city staff from Albert Lea and Anoka gave testimony.

We're starting this week off by answering some FAQs about passenger rail in Minnesota. 🧵

Listen to the Minnesota House hearing on HF 3176 happening now: www.youtube.com/live/Q6c5_TJ...

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If you want more passenger rail, now is the time to contact your representatives! House bill 3176 will be heard in the House Transportation Finance and Policy committee this Monday.

Support expanded passenger rail! Ask your legislators to support HF3176 | SF 2887, directing @mndot.mn.gov to submit applications to the Federal Railroad Administration to study two corridors. allaboardmn.org/news/blog/re...

Last week, @amtrak.com announced plans to replace its Superliner cars on long-distance trains. While passengers will miss the views from the upper level of the bi-level cars, it’s time for modern and more accessible equipment. Read more from: @hsrail.bsky.social: www.hsrail.org/blog/amtrak-...

Amtrak to Order Single-Level Night Trains | High Speed Rail Alliance

Amtrak announced last week it will switch to an entirely single-level fleet, replacing the Superliners. We need to make sure this order is completed ASAP

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The Saint Paul City Council joined several other cities in passing a resolution in support of studying passenger rail to Kansas City 🎉 www.bizjournals.com/twincities/n...

St. Paul backs study of passenger rail to Kansas City after Borealis success - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal

St. Paul City Council opened the door to a passenger rail service to Kansas City and other Minnesota cities after the success of the recent Borealis route. Learn what steps have been taken and how the...

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It's that time of year again. Let’s check in with some of our favorite urbanist advocacy organizations about their goals for this year’s legislative session! Listen on our site or through your podcast platform of choice!

The 2026 Urbanist Legislative Agenda

Let’s check in with some of our favorite urbanist advocacy organizations about their goals for this year’s legislative session!

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The Minnesota legislative session begins in a week. Ask your legislators to support HF3176 | SF2887. buff.ly/BifSDVP