Introduction to the Amtrak Ethan Allen Express Train
Ethan Allen Express is an intercity rail service offered by Amtrak. It first started service in 1996. The Ethan Allen Express is responsible for taking about 63000 passengers per year to their final destinations.
The Ethan Allen Express operates in New York & Vermont between New York City and Burlington, Vermont.
What to Expect on Amtrak Ethan Allen Express?
The Ethan Allen Express runs a total of 310 miles between its starting point, New York City, and its point of termination, Burlington, Vermont.
This intercity rail travels at an average speed of 41 miles per hour. The overall trip from start to finish takes about 8 hours. The Ethan Allen Express runs trips daily and 7 trips per week.
Accommodations provided by the Ethan Allen Express
Ethan Allen Express offers seating for 387 passengers.
It does have an option for business seating.
The Ethan Allen Express provides food options in the cafe car.
What are the Major Stops on the Ethan Allen Express?
The Ethan Allen Express starts in New York City and terminates in Burlington, Vermont. In between, Ethan Allen Express makes the following stop at these major locations.
- New York City – New York Penn Station. This is where the Ethan Allen Express service begins.
- Yonkers, New York – Yonkers Station
- Poughkeepsie, New York – Poughkeepsie Station
- Hudson, New York – Hudson Station
- Rensselaer, New York – Rensselaer Rail Station
- Schenectady, New York – Schenectady Train Station
- Rutland, Vermont – Rutland Station
- Middlebury, Vermont – Middlebury Station
- Burlington, Vermont – Burlington Union Station. This is where the Ethan Allen Express service ends.
How Much Does it Cost to Ride on the Ethan Allen Express?
A standard fare onboard the Ethan Allen Express will cost you between $75.00 and $136.00, depending on which type of seat you decide to purchase.
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Allen_Express
https://www.amtrak.com/routes/ethan-allen-express-train.html
