how fast does an acela train go

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150mph

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Entering service on December 11, 2000, the Acela Express has been Amtrak premier train for decades. Based on the legendary TGV architecture, the 20 train sets were built in cooperation with Alstom and Bombardier for high-speed running of 150 mph.

The Acela can do 135 mph up to New York, but it averages about half that speed. That because the rails are more than 100 years old in places, and thus too frail for anything faster. Amtrak also shares them with slower freight and local commuter lines.

The Acela, operating between Boston and Washington D.C. has been Amtrak premier passenger train since its introduction in 2000, and continues to compete with other modes of transport. The Acela is so convenient, various airlines have cancelled flights between Washington D.C. and New York due to losing business to the train.

Busy times/full trains tend to be Monday morning and in the afternoon on Thursday and Friday. The Acela Express is faster than the Northeast Regional train, especially when traveling longer distances. You can view current schedules via Google Maps or when booking your tickets.