One of the great advantages of American rail travel is the opportunity to see the breathtaking beauty and sweep of the land as you pass through it. Buy yourself a ticket and park yourself in one of Amtrak’s observation cars for the most scenic views of the United States you’ve ever seen.

By far the busiest of Amtrak’s national trains are the ones that ply the New England to Mid-Atlantic stretch from Boston to Roanoke. Aside from the convenience for commuting, the Northeast Regional system is perfect for taking vacations and includes some of the best-appointed train stations in the U.S.