amtrak downeaster

Published
December 15, 2021

Passenger rail receives historic funding as Downeaster turns 20

In Maine, municipal leaders want to see the Boston-to-Brunswick service expanded to other parts of the state, and a bill signed by the governor would study the issue.
Published
November 13, 2021

As Downeaster nears a milestone birthday, questions arise about its future

While politicians favor expanding the train service, COVID has changed riding habits, perhaps permanently. Expenses and emissions also warrant consideration.
Published
August 2, 2021

Mass transit recovery lagging in Maine as officials debate solutions

Some regional planners think the only way to get riders back and attract new ones is to invest in transit expansion and innovation.
Published
July 1, 2021

Maine passenger train ridership rebounds as pandemic restrictions ease

Ridership on the Downeaster is expected to break 20,000 this month, a level not seen since COVID-19 hit.
Published
April 19, 2021

Amtrak Downeaster to return to pre-pandemic level of service
Published
April 14, 2021

Amtrak Downeaster to resume full service in May

The popular passenger rail service will resume 5 daily round trips and adjust its schedule to add midday trips to and from Boston.
Published
March 22, 2021

Southern Maine bus, train and ferry operators team up for COVID-19 safety campaign
Published
March 9, 2021

As Maine relaxes travel restrictions, passenger rail service may see a boost

As of now, the Downeaster Boston-to-Brunswick rail line is transporting roughly 15% of the riders they were prior to the pandemic.
Published
February 23, 2021

Maine transportation officials recommend moving Portland’s Downeaster station

Relocating the passenger rail station close to its former location in Portland would improve service between the city and Brunswick, they said.
Published
January 30, 2021

Downeaster trains running again after delay by police activity in Saco

According to an Amtrak service alert, northbound and southbound trains were affected by the incident.