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All Aboard Minnesota
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🚞 Non-profit education and advocacy organization focused on the expansion of interstate passenger rail within Minnesota and the Midwest

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Tomorrow is the last day to buy discounted tickets!

Amtrak's Winter Sale offers 25% off Borealis and Hiawatha tickets for travel from October 14th through December 17th.

Book your tickets now!

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September 29, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Over the past few months, we've been updating our website.

Here are a few pages that have received overhauls in the last few weeks. Check them out!

Borealis: bit.ly/4xa1cDI
Meet the Board: allaboardmn.org/about/board/
Our Vision: bit.ly/4ybrTJx
Past, Present, Future: bit.ly/4xa1cDI
September 25, 2026 at 5:41 PM
All Aboard Minnesota mourns the passing of our esteemed board member, Tom Beaumont.

Tom was a long time passenger rail advocate. He was generous with his time and loved working with our members and volunteers.

Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
September 23, 2026 at 11:50 AM
This week: The Greater Northwest Rail Summit/Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Conference, August 25-27.

This event will gather leaders from across various sectors for discussions on the future of rail across the Greater Northwest.

More info: bigskyrailmt.gov/2026-gnwrs-bspra-annual-meeting
2026 Greater Northwest Rail Summit & BSPRA Annual Conference — Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority
bigskyrailmt.gov
August 24, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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I spent seven and a half hours on the Borealis for the seventh time, and I’ll do it again.
A Love Letter to Amtrak's Borealis Train Line - Racket
I spent seven and a half hours on the Borealis for the seventh time, and I’ll do it again.
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August 2, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Our website is currently down. We are working on it! If you need something on the meantime, email us at [email protected].
July 31, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Why a train to Kansas City? Our study estimated Minnesota ridership on this new service at around 190,000 annually for one roundtrip per day – on par with the Borealis service between Saint Paul and Chicago.

Learn more.
Twin Cities - Des Moines - Kansas City • All Aboard Minnesota
A high priority route for All Aboard Minnesota is a new state supported train between the Twin Cities; Des Moines, Iowa; and Kansas City, Missouri – a distance of approximately 500 miles. This route…
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July 13, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Explore our long-term vision for expanding the network of intercity passenger rail.

allaboardmn.org/about/our-vi...
July 10, 2026 at 2:19 AM
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The kids at the West Side library have spoken: trains are the coolest.
July 1, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Whether you're a member already or a fan of the Borealis, consider making a gift today. We're relying on your generosity to continue our work advocating for expanded passenger rail.

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June 19, 2026 at 5:04 PM
"After the train pulled out of the depot, we headed to the lounge car where we enjoyed panoramic views along the route as well as beer, wine and soda to toast to the start of our journey."

Read the latest rider story:
Rider Stories: Red Wing via Empire Builder • All Aboard Minnesota
Our Saturday morning departure on the Empire Builder out of the gorgeous St. Paul Union Depot was a bit delayed, but the communication we received from Amtrak via text and email was excellent,…
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June 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
See you at Union Depot this weekend?

www.uniondepot.org/event/train-...
June 3, 2026 at 10:56 PM
The @amtrak.com Borealis turns 2 today! Repost and share where you've taken it or where you'd like to go next.
May 21, 2026 at 1:02 PM
We need volunteers. If you love trains and passenger rail, join us at Train Days at Union Depot June 6 & 7!

allaboardmn.org/.../join-aam...

Email [email protected] with your availability. All volunteers will be paired with a board member or experienced volunteer.
May 13, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Please ask your senators and representative to oppose cuts to passenger rail funding. Take action today.
May 1, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Great news for rail continues: @amtrak.com and @wisdot.bsky.social plan to extend two daily Hiawatha trains to Madison! The Hiawatha route currently terminates in Milwaukee.
Hiawatha West - Amtrak New Era
Enhancing the customer experience by introducing new trains with a focus on safety, passenger comfort and reliability
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April 23, 2026 at 1:50 AM
Positive news from Amtrak: A Request for Suppliers was issued for replacement of the long-distance fleet serving 14 routes including the Empire Builder. Most of the 800 cars in operation today are nearly 50 years old.
Amtrak Takes Big Step Towards New Long Distance Trains - Amtrak Media
We’ve issued a formal request for suppliers to bid on the new Long Distance fleet replacement contract.
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April 22, 2026 at 1:50 AM
“'We are extremely optimistic,' said Brian Nelson, with the rail advocacy group All Aboard Minnesota. 'This could be a significant piece of legislation to move passenger rail service forward in Minnesota.'”

@startribune.com (Gift Link)
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As ridership swells, bill to study expanding passenger rail service out of Twin Cities revived
More people than ever hopped on Amtrak trains in Minnesota last year, including nearly 200,000 in St. Paul.
www.startribune.com
April 20, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Mn Senate Transportation Committee bill moves forward with language supporting a future grant proposal to evaluate new passenger rail service from the Twin Cities to Kansas City and new daytime service from Saint Paul to Fargo! All Aboard MN and city staff from Albert Lea and Anoka gave testimony.
April 16, 2026 at 6:02 PM
We're starting this week off by answering some FAQs about passenger rail in Minnesota. 🧵
March 30, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Listen to the Minnesota House hearing on HF 3176 happening now: www.youtube.com/live/Q6c5_TJ...
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YouTube video by MNHouseInfo
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March 23, 2026 at 7:46 PM
If you want more passenger rail, now is the time to contact your representatives!

House bill 3176 will be heard in the House Transportation Finance and Policy committee this Monday.
March 20, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Support expanded passenger rail! Ask your legislators to support HF3176 | SF 2887, directing @mndot.mn.gov to submit applications to the Federal Railroad Administration to study two corridors.

allaboardmn.org/news/blog/re...
March 10, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Last week, @amtrak.com announced plans to replace its Superliner cars on long-distance trains. While passengers will miss the views from the upper level of the bi-level cars, it’s time for modern and more accessible equipment.

Read more from: @hsrail.bsky.social:
www.hsrail.org/blog/amtrak-...
Amtrak to Order Single-Level Night Trains | High Speed Rail Alliance
Amtrak announced last week it will switch to an entirely single-level fleet, replacing the Superliners. We need to make sure this order is completed ASAP
www.hsrail.org
March 9, 2026 at 4:27 PM