Many don’t think of train rides as an option when planning out a vacation. Planes or cars tend to be where our mind heads first, but the airport is a hassle and dealing with traffic can be a pain. If you’re looking to take a scenic trip through New York, consider taking a train trip! Amtrak offers several routes through New York, and the tickets are quite affordable. You can travel through the beautiful southeast portion of the state for less than $35 a ticket. You can customize your trip by picking what stop you want to get off. Whether you are looking to just make a day of it or spend a whole weekend traveling, this is a unique way to travel that is sure to make memories.
One benefit of riding on a train is being able to view the scenery. It’s not always easy from behind the wheel of a car when you’re having to focus on the road.
The West End/Flickr
Amtrak’s Adirondack line typically runs from Montreal down to New York City. Service is limited right now due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but you can still travel through much of the state.
Benjamin Turon/Wikimedia Commons
This rail line will take you through the stunning Hudson Valley area. It’s such a delightful trip, even if you don’t have a set destination or itinerary in mind. Just seeing the sights and traveling by a nostalgic train can be entertaining in its own right!
Peter/Flickr Rhinecliff, Rhinebeck, NY, USA
The line goes to Albany, the state capital. There’s so much to see and do here: it’s one of the most historic places in New York .
UpstateNYer/Wikimedia Commons Albany, NY, USA
Looking to enjoy the outdoors? Make a stop in Peekskill. It’s just a few minutes away from Bear Mountain State Park where you’ll find beautiful scenery and incredible trails.
cgc76/Flickr Peekskill, NY, USA
Another beautiful city on the rail line is Poughkeepsie. The Walkway Over the Hudson is here, and it offers some of the most incredible views in New York.
Axel Drainville/Flickr Poughkeepsie, NY, USA
Interested in checking out the route? Put in your desired destination on Amtrak’s website. You can check out the many cities the Adirondack line runs through.
Many don’t think of train rides as an option when planning out a vacation. Planes or cars tend to be where our mind heads first, but the airport is a hassle and dealing with traffic can be a pain. If you’re looking to take a scenic trip through New York, consider taking a train trip! Amtrak offers several routes through New York, and the tickets are quite affordable. You can travel through the beautiful southeast portion of the state for less than $35 a ticket. You can customize your trip by picking what stop you want to get off. Whether you are looking to just make a day of it or spend a whole weekend traveling, this is a unique way to travel that is sure to make memories.
The West End/Flickr
Benjamin Turon/Wikimedia Commons
Peter/Flickr
Rhinecliff, Rhinebeck, NY, USA
UpstateNYer/Wikimedia Commons
Albany, NY, USA
cgc76/Flickr
Peekskill, NY, USA
Axel Drainville/Flickr
Poughkeepsie, NY, USA
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