Scenic New Zealand train route to reopen 2 years after massive earthquake
November 5, 2018, 8:22 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
The Coastal Pacific Train route closed following the Kaikoura earthquake and will reopen on Dec. 1.
Sydney wants to transform abandoned rail tunnels into nightlife hotspot
October 22, 2018, 8:35 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Officials think transforming the ghost tunnels could have 'global potential.'
How a poop-filled train from NYC wound up in rural Alabama
April 25, 2018, 2:24 p.m. by Matt Hickman
While easy to focus on the gross-out factor, the tale of a stranded train filled with sewage sludge shines a light on the complicated afterlife of our waste.
Did Minneapolis just host the most public transit-dependent game in Super Bowl history?
February 5, 2018, 11:57 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Light rail emerged as an MVP in frigid Minneapolis.
Respected architect proposes bridge linking Scotland and Ireland (and no one laughs)
January 30, 2018, 7:52 a.m. by Matt Hickman
A 25-mile 'Celtic Connection' is gaining traction.
Japanese trains save deer with sound effects
January 19, 2018, 1:50 p.m. by Russell McLendon
Rail systems in Japan are outfitting trains to broadcast life-saving barks, snorts and ultrasounds.
First fully solar-powered train hits the track
December 28, 2017, 11:42 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Heritage rail meets clean tech in Byron Bay, Australia.
Hop on Cambodia's famed 'bamboo train' before it sputters into the sunset
September 8, 2017, 3:02 p.m. by Matt Hickman
The homegrown rail trolleys are once again under threat.
Luxury train sets sail in Japan
August 17, 2017, 1:03 p.m. by Josh Lew
Take a ride on the most luxurious rail in the world.
6 beautiful trips that combine bikes and trains
July 16, 2017, 9:11 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
These combos let you extend your rides and enjoy some downtime, too.
Air fresheners: The secret to a better subway?
May 30, 2017, 7:12 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Washington Metro adds industrial-strength scents to rail line.
Seattle is topping one of its famous floating bridges with light rail
May 22, 2017, 9:42 a.m. by Matt Hickman
The gridlock-relieving rapid transit project is a world's first.
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