Bob's Trains, Toys & Travel

08/17/2026

“Listen to your body”
My body: “Get on that train”

“Listen to your body”

My body: “Get on that train”

07/10/2026

More trains. More seats. More options. 🚄

Thanks to our growing NextGen Acela fleet, weekday Acela service has expanded to 32 daily trips—giving travelers more flexibility for high-speed rail than ever before on the Northeast Corridor.

This milestone is another example of how investments in our modern fleet are helping us meet customer demand while delivering a more comfortable, efficient journey.

Stay tuned as we continue growing service in the coming months.

07/10/2026

Seaboard Coast Line (Florida Special) runs a 24-hour, comfortable trip between New York and Miami.

07/10/2026

Planning your ride? Start with the South Shore Line stations map.

Our map can help you see where stations are located, explore nearby destinations, and better understand your route before heading out.

View the stations map and get familiar with your stop at mysouthshoreline.com/plan-your-trip/stations-map

07/10/2026

Caboose rentals are back this fall and will make their return on the Ridgeley Rocket during Maryland Railfest 2026!

The Ridgeley Rocket will depart from Cumberland and travel to the wye at the former Western Maryland Railway's Knobmount Yard before returning to Cumberland.

With only 8 caboose tickets available per trip, seats are extremely limited—reserve yours today!

Stay tuned for more Maryland Railfest 2026 announcements, and secure your caboose tickets now: https://wmsr.com/marylandrailfest

📷 Camera Totin Idiot, Paul Hutter

07/10/2026

Canadian government updates rules for training and certification of rail workers

OTTAWA, Ontario — The Canadian government this week published new regulations regarding training and certification for railway employees, which will take effect in two years and replace regulations in force since 1987. The new Railway Personnel Training and Qualifications Regulations were publishe...

07/10/2026

Breakfast in New York City, Lunch in Philadelphia and Dinner in D.C. 🙂‍↕️

Book by July 15 for travel between August 1 and September 30 to save up to 30% on Northeast travel in Coach and Acela Business Class.

Score Big City Savings on your next city hopping adventure between D.C. and Boston! http://spr.ly/6180BEHOhe