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A massive survey shows strong support for passenger rail travel as long as ticket costs stay low and travel is competitive with driving.

Jul 25, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

Michigan's North+South Passenger Rail Survey Shows Overwhelming Support

A massive survey shows strong support for passenger rail travel as long as ticket costs stay low and travel is competitive with driving.

New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

Cleveland is receiving meaningful investments in its half-century-old station; Elyria is reactivating its own historic station site; and Oxford is opening Ohio’s first new station in decades.

Racing the Train: How the Highball to Thurmond Ultra is Defining the "Transit to Trails" Experience

Can you outrun a train? Explore the story of the Highball to Thurmond Ultra, a 50-mile race through the New River Gorge where the finish line is a seat on the Amtrak Cardinal. Discover how this unique event highlights the power of passenger rail and history.

MORPC's Vision for the Columbus Convention Center Train Station Begins in 2027

Passenger rail is returning to Columbus! Learn about MORPC's plans to begin the design phase for a new passenger rail station at the Columbus Convention Center as early as 2027. Discover how this modern, multimodal hub will reconnect Central Ohio to the national network.

Momentum Is Building for Passenger Rail: Now What?

The Ohio Rail Summit brought together nearly 200 advocates, leaders, and community members for a day focused on one question: what comes next for passenger rail in Ohio? From big-picture vision to on-the-ground progress, the conversations throughout the day made one thing clear: momentum is building, and the path forward is taking shape.

Full Speed Ahead: All Aboard Ohio Celebrates Amtrak’s Historic Long-Distance Fleet Overhaul

Amtrak is launching its largest-ever Long Distance train order! Discover what the upcoming fleet of 800+ modern, American-made railcars means for Ohio's Floridian, Lake Shore Limited, and Cardinal routes

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Today's consumer price index showed that inflation has slowed slightly, but as travelers navigate the busy summer season of 2026, a divergence in transportation costs is leading to changes in consumer behavior.

Jul 14, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

Airfares are Outpacing Inflation Amid Stagnate Ridership as Amtrak Grows

Discover how the new America 250-Ohio Transportation Trail celebrates the state's deep rail legacy by highlighting over 80 historic sites. Learn how All Aboard Ohio is using this rich interurban and heavy rail history as a blueprint to advocate for the future of modern passenger rail corridors like the 3C+D.

Jun 25, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

America 250: the Ohio Transportation Trail is a Blueprint for Our Future

Senate Bill 449 would reestablish Ohio's participation in a multistate partnership focused on passenger rail planning, coordination, and advocacy. COLUMBUS, OH - Bipartisan legislation that would return Ohio to the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact has been introduced in the Ohio Senate, marking the latest effort to ensure Ohio has a voice in regional passenger rail planning and development. Senate Bill 449, sponsored by State Senators George Lang (R-West Chester) and Nickie Antonio...

Jun 4, 2026

Beth Russell, MBA

Bipartisan Legislation Would Return Ohio To Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

Discover why Elyria is Ohio’s #3 busiest Amtrak station and explore the active push to relocate it to the historic Lorain County Transportation Center.

Jun 2, 2026

Brian Schriver

Beyond the Night Train: The Bold Future of Passenger Rail in Lorain County

More than 200 transportation advocates, planners, policymakers, and industry leaders came together for the 2026 Ohio Rail Summit. Now, you can watch the sessions on demand and explore presentation materials from the event.

May 30, 2026

All Aboard Ohio

Missed a Session? Watch 2026 Ohio Rail Summit Recordings

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What we learned about how Amtrak’s proposed 3C+D route could help Ohioans with disabilities

Jul 24, 2026

Cleveland.com

Proposed Amtrak route could expand travel options for Ohioans with disabilities

Jul 21, 2026

Cleveland.com

Should Ohio expand Amtrak? It’s up to the next governor, and only one candidate is talking

Jul 18, 2026

Cleveland.com

Ohio Traded Its Trains for Traffic. Can It Still Have A Passenger Rail Revival?

Jun 17, 2026

Midstory

Bill Introduced to Allow Ohio to Rejoin Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

Jun 12, 2026

ABC5 Columbus

Lawmakers look to restore Ohio to panel that could bring more passenger rail to region

Jun 9, 2026

Cincinnati Business Courier

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Jul 25, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

Michigan's North+South Passenger Rail Survey Shows Overwhelming Support

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New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

Racing the Train: How the Highball to Thurmond Ultra is Defining the "Transit to Trails" Experience

MORPC's Vision for the Columbus Convention Center Train Station Begins in 2027

Momentum Is Building for Passenger Rail: Now What?

Full Speed Ahead: All Aboard Ohio Celebrates Amtrak’s Historic Long-Distance Fleet Overhaul

Story Stream

Jul 14, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

Airfares are Outpacing Inflation Amid Stagnate Ridership as Amtrak Grows

Jun 25, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

America 250: the Ohio Transportation Trail is a Blueprint for Our Future

Jun 4, 2026

Beth Russell, MBA

Bipartisan Legislation Would Return Ohio To Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

Jun 2, 2026

Brian Schriver

Beyond the Night Train: The Bold Future of Passenger Rail in Lorain County

May 30, 2026

All Aboard Ohio

Missed a Session? Watch 2026 Ohio Rail Summit Recordings

Topics

AAO In the Media

What we learned about how Amtrak’s proposed 3C+D route could help Ohioans with disabilities

Jul 24, 2026

Cleveland.com

Proposed Amtrak route could expand travel options for Ohioans with disabilities

Jul 21, 2026

Cleveland.com

Should Ohio expand Amtrak? It’s up to the next governor, and only one candidate is talking

Jul 18, 2026

Cleveland.com

Ohio Traded Its Trains for Traffic. Can It Still Have A Passenger Rail Revival?

Jun 17, 2026

Midstory

Bill Introduced to Allow Ohio to Rejoin Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

Jun 12, 2026

ABC5 Columbus

Lawmakers look to restore Ohio to panel that could bring more passenger rail to region

Jun 9, 2026

Cincinnati Business Courier

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Ryan Pecaut

Ohio Runs on Rail: A Vision for the Future of Passenger Rail in Ohio