Proposed Amtrak Route Changes in Philadelphia

The Federal Railroad Administration released recommended improvements to Amtrak's Northeast Corridor Service that would create two new stations in the Philadelphia area, including one at Philadelphia International Airport, and add additional track for more frequent Amtrak and SEPTA service. The curve at Frankford Junction, the scene of the deadly 2015 Amtrak derailment, would be among the sections of track that would be straightened to allow for faster speeds. If adopted, the proposed changes throughout the Northeast Corridor would cut 35 minutes off the travel time between New York and Washington.

SOURCE: Federal Railroad Administration

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