Alleged new Amtrak proposal would turn Columbus into a hub for rail travel

According to an alleged new Amtrak map that’s making the rounds throughout local social media, Columbus could become a new hub for travel in the Midwest.

According to multiple sources, an updated railway plan was allegedly introduced at the annual Amtrak board of directors meeting on Dec. 1 would see the city gain direct rail connections to a host of regional cities. 

The map depicts Columbus with direct routes to Toledo, Fort Wayne, Cincinnati (this route extends to Louisville and Nashville), Chillicothe, Athens, Pittsburgh and Cleveland.

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Amtrak did not immediately respond to a request to confirm the proposal.

Last spring, President Joe Biden unveiled an updated $2 trillion infrastructure plan, which included $80 billion worth of funds earmarked for rail travel, a new Amtrak route (via its ConnectUS plan) was floated that would connect Columbus to Cleveland, Dayton and Cinncinati.

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