» The NARP Grow Trains Campaign

Welcome to the web home of the National Association of Railroad Passengers’ 40-year vision for rail in the United States. We aim to shift discussions over intercity passenger rail to emphasize connectivity and capacity expansion for both freight and passenger rail. Visit the links below for more information.

Please do not hesistate to contact NARP if you want further information or to give us your feedback. We are particularly interested in your observations about specific proposed routes on our map, since you live closer to—and may know more about the potential—for many of this routes. You can also read our news release about our vision.

» Organizations Endorsing the Grid and Gateway Vision
A list of organizations that have signed on as backers of NARP’s Grid and Gateway plan for the expansion of the national passenger train network.

» Current System and The Map of NARP’s Vision
A “Flash” Animation of our current an proposed system.

» Regional “Zoom In” Maps
Regional “zoom-in” maps; more to come

Compare it to the existing system we have now.

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These graphics are internet-friendly. Please contact the NARP Office if you would like to have a high resolution copy of the map suitable for publishing and poster printing.

» Download “packet” of Vision Material
Includes news release, map, FAQ’s, and Fact Sheets individually linked below, all in one PDF file. Click here to download.

» Q&A About NARP’s Vision
A list of commonly asked questions about our plan. Feel free to contact us if you have others not listed here!

» Fact Sheet: The Grid and Gateway

» Fact Sheet: Congestion

» Fact Sheet: Travel Choices

» Fact Sheet: Energy Efficiency

» Fact Sheet: Environmental Impact

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