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How do I travel from Philadelphia to DC via train?

Use Amtrak.


How does the cost of Amtrak compare with those of train tickets?

Amtrak is a company that operates a large network of trains throughout the United States, both for commercial use and to transport passengers. An Amtrak ticket is a train ticket, thus the prices will be the same.


Are amtrak trains run on electricity?

Some, like the Acela Express do, but most others don't. Most of the ones that do are on the east coast. I live on the East Coast and I take Amtrak from New Jersey to the South. From New Jersey to Washington, DC Amtrak runs on electricity. In DC, Amtrak switches over to diesel to continue South.


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Is it better to use Penn station or Grand Central station to get to Poughkeepsie?

Grand Central because you can get Metro-North trains, which run on a schedule and are cheaper than Amtrak. At Penn Station, you can get Amtrak, which runs less frequently, and is more expensive. Amtrak stops only at Penn Station and Metro-North only stops at Grand Central


How much does it cost for 90 people to ride a train to wilmington from Florida?

The best way, if this is a group, is to request a private car from Amtrak. Although not the cheapest, it is the only way to travel together. The price will change depending on which train, when, and how quickly you book the tickets - prices can be more than double per ticket as you get close to the departure date. The only way to get a price that is worthwhile at all is to get the Amtrak quote. Please use the link shown below which takes you to the Amtrak site that can give you the exact cost in seconds.


How much fuel does a train use?

Lots, because a train is heavy. A 500 gallon fuel tank is small. BUT ... the amount of fuel used to move a ton of freight is roughly one quarter what it takes to move it by truck (and a tenth of what it takes to fly it).


Are there taxis to Walt Disney World if you come to Orlando by train?

Yes, there are taxis stationed at the Orlando area Amtrak stations. If all of the taxis can dispersed when you arrive, you can ask to use a phone and call one.


What do fossil fuel free cars use for power?

They can run on renewable electricity.They can run on hydrogen.They can run on fuel cells generating electricity using a renewable biofuel.They can run on biodiesel or a similar biofuel.


Is there a train to go from Philadelphia PA to Washington DC?

Yes. Amtrak runs both Regional trains and Acela express trains, with the Regional being cheaper but taking a little longer. Use the link below to access Amtrak's page that will let you see all trains available -


What kind of fuel does a helicopter use?

Helicopters use aviation turbine fuel most commonly known as "Jet A". This fuel resembles kerosene, on which other aircraft run.


How does a modern electric train generate power?

Electric trains usually get power from overhead power cables or an electrified third rail below. Locomotives can use diesel fuel to generate electric voltage to run the engine.