Amtrak adds 2nd daily train from Pittsburgh to New York City

PITTSBURGH — Amtrak is expanding its service in Pittsburgh.

Later this year, the railroad company will add a second daily train to its Pennsylvanian route, according to a release from Congressman Chris Deluzio’s office.

Outgoing Amtrak President Roger Harris announced the expansion during a board meeting July 29.

The Pennsylvanian connects Pittsburgh and New York City, passing through Harrisburg and Philadelphia.

In December 2023, the Federal Railroad Administration awarded roughly $143 million to expand Amtrak service between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg.

“Three years ago, I was thrilled to announce this massive $143.6 million federal investment in Western Pennsylvania’s long-neglected passenger rail service,” Deluzio stated. “Today, I’m proud to celebrate this step forward to get a second train heading east from Pittsburgh. But we must dream bigger: my goal is high-speed rail that is cheap and reliable, connecting people all across Pennsylvania and our great country.”

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