RAILforum: FY 24; Record Ridership

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Posted by Gilbert B Norman (Member # 1541) on :

CNN reports that Amtrak attained record ridership during FY 24 which closed September 30:

CNN

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Amtrak has reached a historic milestone, carrying 32.8 million passengers on the passenger rail system in fiscal year 2024. That’s a 15% increase from the previous fiscal year when it carried nearly 28.6 million riders, according to a news release from Amtrak.

“This record ridership shows that travelers throughout the U.S. want efficient travel options, and we are committed to meeting that demand,” said Stephen Gardner, Amtrak’s CEO, in the release

Posted by George Harris (Member # 2077) on :

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Originally posted by Gilbert B Norman:
CNN reports that Amtrak attained record ridership during FY 24 which closed September 30:

Pardon me while I faint.
However, I would like to see a breakdown for the various services / trains.

Posted by Gilbert B Norman (Member # 1541) on :

Mr, Harris, "the numbers" appear to be factual:

September '24 Performance Report

Posted by George Harris (Member # 2077) on :

Not arguing the facts. Just wondering where the increases are.