Spur Economic Development

Renovated train stations have the potential to spark greater economic development in the heart of their communities. Station improvements offer a return on investment for years to come.

 

Honoring Your Community's History

America's rail stations have witnessed history unfold and played host to some of our nation's most difficult and proudest moments. Stations are pieces of our country's history and treasures not to be lost or forgotten.

 

Cultural Space & Museums

Grand train stations, often centrally located and built of fine materials richly embellished, now offer unique opportunities for renewal in cities and towns where prime real estate is scarce.

Help Build Great American Stations

There are dozens of reasons to invest in your local train station.

Get help with your station project from Amtrak experts now and discover thepossibilities in your community today.

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Toccoa, Georgia, Amtrak station

A Warm Welcome:
Toccoa, Georgia

The city restored the 1915 Southern Railway depot in the early 2000s. In addition to a customer waiting room, it houses the Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center, the Stephens County Historical Society, and the Currahee Military Museum.

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Tools You Can Use

Schematic station design

Amtrak’s Station Planning Guidelines

The Station Program and Planning Guidelines have been developed to assist communities and planners in the planning, design, construction, rehabilitation and redevelopment of Amtrak-served facilities.

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Latest News

The Fargo, ND, Amtrak station

Celebrating North Dakota Station Upgrades

Passengers on the dailyEmpire Builder have a more accessible experience at five North Dakota stations following about $30 million in upgrades. Amtrak and civic leaders held ribbon-cutting celebrations in October 2025 in both Devils Lake and Fargo while also promoting improvements in Rugby, Stanley and Williston.

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