Amtrak 's Acela, operating between Washington, DC and Boston, MA, is North America's fastest high-speed rail service, reaching 150–160 mph (240–260 km/h) on a total of 50 miles (80 km) of track …

Sep 8, 2025 · America’s fastest train has arrived. ‘NextGen Acela’ made its public debut on August 27, delivering modern design, more seats and an enhanced passenger experience.

Aug 28, 2025 · America’s fastest train is here—Amtrak’s NextGen Acela launched today with 160 mph speeds, more seating, and modern upgrades.

The Amtrak Acela Express is the fastest train in the United States as of 2025. With a top speed of 150 mph (241 km/h), this train travels between Boston and Washington, D.C. via the Northeast Corridor.

Aug 29, 2025 · New and improved: The NextGen Acela hits a top speed of 160 mph, compared to 150 mph for current Acelas, which until now were the fastest passenger rail option in the US.

Jul 2, 2025 · The fastest train in the United States is the Amtrak Acela. It reaches speeds of 150 miles per hour along the Northeast Corridor. In 2023, Amtrak plans to launch the NextGen Acela trains. …

Aug 13, 2025 · The trains will feature maximum speeds of 160 mph and utilize a new “tilt system” which provides a "smoother, quieter ride," according to Amtrak.

Aug 27, 2025 · The NextGen Acela trains will operate at speeds up to 160 mph, making it the fastest trains in the U.S. and a major leap forward for American rail.

Acela trains are the fastest in the Americas, reaching 150–160 miles per hour (240–260 km/h), qualifying as high-speed rail, but only for approximately 40 miles (64 km) of the 457-mile (735 km) route.

That is, unless you live along America’s iconic Northeast Corridor, the home of America’s fastest train, the Amtrak Acela. Amtrak’s flagship just got cooler, more comfortable, and a touch...