Acela First Class Review

[@wsb906]

Amtrak/Michigan's Wolverine trains currently run at 110MPH, for over 100 miles, between Kalamazoo, MI and Porter, IN. Funding has been approved to improve another 100+ miles of track/right of way etc., to allow speeds up to 110MPH on that portion.

[@dommy456]

wow I live in the northern Indiana area and never knew that!

[@andrewwilkins4238]

Yes that can travel at accelerated speeds, but the train is always late. nearly ALWAYS

[@TwoMinutesStudios]

@@andrewwilkins4238 you can blame that on host railroads

[@rapunzelrose68]

When I rode I clocked out at 108

[@tjn2254]

It’s 110 from Chicago to st Louis also for the most part I believe.

[@FanRailer]

With the new trainsets, speeds between DC and NYC will increase to 160 mph in certain sections. 28 new trainsets will replace the original 20, and each of the new trainsets will seat ~380 vs 304 on the original trains. Definitely worth a ride and review when they enter service in 2022.

[@swift_aus]

Are these trains running now? Please at me.

[@FFred-us9tw]

They will not be entering service in 2022. It's been pushed back.

[@JFrombaugh]

Will the old trains be slowly retired once the new trains are ready? In other words, if you were to ride in say 2024, would it still be a gamble as to whether or not you actually got put in one of the new trains?

[@BharadwajRamachandran]

@@JFrombaugh replacements are rarely wholesale. They won't get all 28 orders delivered at once. I'd expect the majority of the fleet to be the current model well into 2024.

[@kzooaviation]

It's now 2024, this didn't age well

[@eannamcnamara9338]

I'm hyped for the new trains. if the rails themselves are upgraded, they can allow speeds of around 200 miles per hour, which are proper high speed rail numbers.

[@Joseramirez-fy8gm]

please don't stop making videos. I truly enjoy watching your videos every week. I am happy that I have something to look forward to every week. thank you!!

[@farmerlucas1853]

I sure hope that you do a review of the new trainsets coming later this year!

[@josephtravaldo1295]

I have traveled to Boston and new York on the acela and I have been impressed by the people who are determined to be truly professional

[@bggordon]

Very excited to see the US get more and better public transportation options! It’ll make it much nicer to visit when you don’t feel the need to rent cars (super expensive for international visitors!).

[@mrjinkorea]

Wow! Amtrak has really stepped up their game. Now this is the way train travel should be. Fast, comfortable, and convenient. Bravo Amtrak! 👍👋

[@1313sp]

Wow, I really wanna try this train. I grew up riding trains in Korea, and then when I lived in England, and all over Europe. I really hope trains make a come back here.

[@SupremeLeaderKimJong-un]

Yeah Moynihan is great and all but our Pyongyang central station is still superior

[@jayalberts]

Love your subway system as well. So deep!!! HA HA HA HA

[@luislaplume8261]

Kim, you are the smartest man in the world. There is no shortage of any kind in your country.

[@steppedtuba50]

@Francis Andre Buencamino Yan yes i think so, supreme leader

[@maximiliantommy1839]

pro trick: you can watch movies at Flixzone. Been using it for watching lots of of movies recently.

[@antoniobryan1915]

@Maximilian Tommy yup, been watching on flixzone for since november myself =)

[@azan-183]

Along with new Acela trains, DC Union Station will also be getting a new Amtrak lounge that is much more modern.

[@cm30902]

Yes, because of you two, I am planning a trip to Colorado from Boston!

[@GreenerGrass]

Have a great trip!!

[@mehulrakshit4243]

Ur voice and accent is so soothing

[@nikkikim6908]

My work requires a lot of travel, and I do New York to Boston and New York to DC fairly frequently in a normal time (more often the New York-Boston route). I've taken Acela a few times when I need to move quickly, and one time, I took Acela First Class because it was only a $20 upgrade and it allowed me to be much more spaced out right before the beginning of the pandemic (I'm slightly immunocompromised and my work relies on me being able to sing, dance, and use my body, so I was already wearing N95s to keep me from getting the flu!). If you're not paying more than I would say a $50 upgrade from business, I think that First Class on Acela is worthwhile because you do get a decent meal (I was so surprised that they had a gluten free meal for me on board!) and constant drinks. However, more cost than that, and I'd recommend just sticking to business. The grab-and-go food in the cafe cars is definitely palatable for such a short journey, but if you're like me and you drink a lot, consider buying a couple soft drinks and a large water bottle before getting on the train. They always give free ice! I love traveling Acela over the Northeast Regional because of how smooth the ride is and the fact that the wi-fi does allow me to get work done, but the cost and the fact that it doesn't stop at my first choice stop (which I can't really blame them for--New Rochelle is smack between 2 Acela stops) tends to deter me from taking them. I'm so glad you had such a wonderful journey! Safe travels!

[@drodrigues3451]

That’s very good advice , thanks for sharing !

[@ThexDynastxQueen]

*_cries in Floridian_* I just rode my first plane from FL to TX and ugh I REALLY would like for US trains to literally catch up to the rest of the world. Even if it took a few hours longer trains just feel way more at ease and accommodating than the chaos and penny pinching of domestic airlines (I don't blame staff tho). Thanks for these reviews.

[@TRUMPmyOSHI]

Florida?! You have Brightline!!

[@cubersanonymous5180]

@@TRUMPmyOSHI brightline is only a small stretch in South Florida currently

[@timothyb949]

That looks great Jeb! And it's so nice to hear from Suzanne!!!!!! Love your videos!

[@mrvwbug4423]

Now they just need full grade separation so the high speed trainsets can actually stretch their legs. Also important if they do seriously plan to build high speed amtrak lines in other regions, do full grade separation like Europe does so you can actually use 200mph trainsets.

[@AutumnBosco]

Between Washington and New York there are no grade crossings on this route.

[@metrofilmer8894]

The NEC is already grade separated though, minus about 11 across a small roughly 10 mile area in Connecticut

[@carddealer34]

Thank you for this report. My girl is a New Jersey Devils hockey fan....and we live in DC. We've driven to Newark to see the Devils play the Capitals, but next time...I don't want to drive. This will be perfect. And when I go on vacation, I like to go first class.

[@pah1921il]

Thank you for taking on Amtrak!! Nice to see your perspective!!

[@jiminycrockett6022]

New equipment is nice, but high speed train service in the US will never amount to much without serious infrastructure upgrades to the roadbeds, eliminating grade crossings, taking out tight bends, overruling endless local regulations, creating passenger train-only routes and electrifying main lines, for a start.

[@michaelimbesi2314]

The NEC already has no railroad crossings, no freight trains, and is fully electrified

[@AlexanderKoziol]

The Metro North trains might as well be freight trains the amount of times they delay Amtrak between New Haven and New York

[@FFred-us9tw]

@@michaelimbesi2314 the NEC has 11 road crossings and freight trains.

[@danelledavis9164]

Definitely excited for the new trains!

[@MattCook206]

Looks like a great product. Great review. Thanks

[@jbass_1993]

My fiancée and I are going to Philadelphia in 2 weeks for just a short weekend trip. We've used Amtrak twice before. Once to/from Albany, in Coach. Another trip to/from DC, Coach on the way and Business on the way back. This time, I was inspired by your videos to do something different. On the way there, we're doing a Roommette. Even though its such a short distance from NYC to PHL, we just wanted to experience it. On the way back, we're doing Acela First Class. I'm really looking forward to it! I love trains

[@korgbrager3340]

I’m glad you mentioned NO checked baggage. Was considering booking this!

[@broede85]

Thank you so much for this fascinating train video.

[@Zekendorf]

Hello Suzanne, nice to meet you in the videos finally!

[@CreativeEm]

Where have you been for the last couple months? This isn't Suzanne's first rodeo

[@olafdrake]

Great review Jeb, thanks for uploading so consistently!

[@frederickjunctionproductio9752]

I have taken Acela Express from DC to Boston and loved every thing. The crew I had was awesome!

[@Marylandbrony]

I have plans to visit New York City this summer from Baltimore. I actually plan to take either the Northeast Regional or the Acela to Newark, stop off and board the New Jersey Transit trains to Hoboken and take the Ferry to Wall Street. It might be slower and more expensive than a direct train trip. But going directly to Manhattan over the water could be really special on it's own.

[@ElJarviboi]

Thank you for this video! I was very interesting in this train, and I haven’t seen an overview as comprehensive as this one!

[@EmilC2012]

I love the fact that you and your creative director get to go on all these fun trips together! So happy for you Jeb! :)

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

Acela: Gotta go fast Japan, China, and Europe: Hehe that's cute And yes, Moynihan Hall is incredible. Nice to see NY Penn Station improving, NY Tri-State commuters have been stuck in a dump since the OG Penn Station was demolished. A dump like Penn Station leaves a bad taste in your mouth, it's the wrong way to welcome tourists. A great city like NYC deserves a great Penn Station. One that could rival Grand Central like its predecessor

[@neil1030]

I see they also painted up and upgraded the tracks in Penn Station so it looks nicer now.

[@jwace]

Its still a tad odd with some of the operations. They basically extended the tracks they could like 50-100ft and added a long escalator. And some trains still park on platform closer to PENN exist. But guess they will get the hang. NJT will only be accessible by old PENN (tracks 1-4 are positioned so they can't be extended to the entrance) and LIRR its probably gonna make sense to still do OLD PENN since they have their own entrance.

[@DesertStateInEU]

Japan, China, and Europe: We have fast trains The USA: Hehe thats cute, we have affordable cars for everybody And as a European who lives in the EU, I'd much rather live in a country where the slightest thought of individualism and freedom like being able to afford your own car isnt taxed into oblivion. Having your own car is the ultimate convenience and comfort. No need to bow down to schedules, no need to share your personal space with random strangers, no need to sit in dirty, uncomfortable trains. Also, trains in Europe are artificially kept popular and are being shoved down our throats because other forms of travel is made expensive on purpose. That being said, those high speed trains people keep blabbing about are just on a few lines. Most trains in Europe arent any faster than the average US trains (70-80mph).

[@ajf3202]

@@DesertStateInEU trains are better for the environment and you can have meals and drink alcohol whilst on the move, not to mention no traffic. majority of the time the train is faster than the car aswell even without traffic. keep your private box which will be stuck in traffic and killing the planet, ill take the train.

[@DesertStateInEU]

@@ajf3202 Sure I'll keep my car. But first, we'll tax trains and mass transit into oblivion so you understand what its like having other people's views be forced onto you.

[@kevindavis8762]

6:55 I believe "equipment" is the incorrect term here. Yes, that is the proper vocabulary if we are talking aircraft, but in the rail industry we use the term "rolling stock." Great video as always, Jeb. Keep up the good work!!!

[@FFred-us9tw]

Been on the railroad over 20 years. “Equipment” as a term to describe your assets is not reserved for the airline industry. We refer to freight cars as “rolling stock” but not locomotives and passenger trains. In fact all our passenger trains at Amtrak when not in revenue service are designated as equipment. “Train 97’s equipment” would be the call out on the radio. Not “train 97’s rolling stock”

[@jamesf791]

You could do entire video of Moynihan Train Hall. It's like a piece of paradise in a congested area of New York. I hope you enjoyed yourself on the train.

[@Richard_Barnes]

Thanks for the link to this one Jeb! From your ‘Jet’ bus review. 🙂👍🏻 That view coming in would be epic for us Brits. Can’t wait to get back to New York.

[@jerryuma]

I love your train videos too.

[@LeviRamsey]

The old Acela F meals were a sous vide style thing. It's also worth noting that if you're traveling both north and south of NY (e.g. PHL-NHV) you generally get two meal services (when doing BOS-PHL, I went with the cheese plate that doesn't seem to be part of the new services. Business class on Acela is basically coach: the only thing that's business class about it is that earns bonus Guest Rewards points (though Amtrak's business class is so erratic in terms of what the offering is: on some trains it's free soft drinks, others not and there's no consistency with hard product... on NE Regional, business class is basically just code for the highest coach fare bucket).

[@Fitdad73]

Lovely review, I enjoyed it. It's going to help myself and my family on planning a trip soon,thank you!

[@JustAThought155]

I’m been on that train a few times. I enjoy it. I will try to book a First Class seat on an upcoming trip. I raced a delay on that train due to track issues north of Manhattan.

[@raeonardobak]

I had a good look thanks. In order for Acela to run faster than it is now, the Northeast Main Line needs to be speeded up, but the answer is to build a dedicated high-speed train line between Washington DC-New York-Providence. If you have to make it underground inevitably along the existing route along the beach, you have to boldly make it an underground route. In addition, the routes are extended to Ottawa-Scranton-Maryland-Washington D.C., Providence-Portland-Bangor-Holton, and Washington D.C-Richmond-Goldsboro-Wilton. . Washington D.C-Charlotte-Atlanta-New Orleans-Galveston-Corpus Christi-Mexico City-Acapulco I hope that the high-speed rail will be built to make Washington D.C-Mexico City faster and closer. For the success of the high-speed rail construction in the USA!

[@bklynzlove]

Thank you for mentioning the accessibility features of the car.

[@torgeirbrandsnes1916]

Great vlog as always! You said something about meals on rails. Five stars. Yes, have you heard about the Orient Express? Talk about food and service. My father worked as a dir of inflight service for an airline in Norway (1978-1991) He did not understand why the railways in Norway did not compete on the service concept. He said that they have lots of space and no weight limits compare to the airlines. Once I had the chance to have a meal in the restaurant car. Onion soup as a starter. Steak and fries, and caramel pudding. Loved it! A few years later. No more. Switzerland is the only place I know where this is still an option. Full service restaurant cars on all trains. Go Swiss!

[@The_PaleHorseman]

My dream train video is of you and DownieLive to do a video together lol I love both of your channels

[@WBTravels]

@7:16 what is important to mention that he didnt is the new acela trains will be more than 2.5 times faster on the northeast corridor than the current acela achieving a average 120+ MPH on most sections of the route and on a decent amount of track 100+ miles it achevies 203 MPH

[@FFred-us9tw]

🤣🤣🤣. No no no. Not even close. At best you will see an increase to 165 in a few locations and some curve speeds come up. That’s about it.

[@JackArkitekt]

@@FFred-us9tw 160 mph. This is FRA limited them. I am sure FRA limited most European trains to that speed too if Europe have simular safety standards, like we have from FRA. New Acela trainsets are capable to do 186 mph with tilt activated (curved tracks) and 217 mph without tilt (straight class 8 railroads what we don't have, except under construction California HSR). But even with 187 mph with tilt, no tracks in NEC are upgraded faster than 165 mph (New Jersey only), so FRA set limit for New Avelia Liberty Acela for 160 mph in New Jersey and 150 mph in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Just 25 mph faster than current Acela train seats allowed in NJ, 135 mph. The rest of the route, Acelas goes with speed up to 125 mph, like Regionals ACS-64 lead trains. Before it was 135, but now with age cross 20 years, allowed only 135 mph in NJ and 150 mph in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. So new Acelas perhaps do most non speed restricted tracks from DC to NJ at 135 mph and 160 mph in NJ, and 125-150 mph north of New Haven to Boston suburbs.

[@FFred-us9tw]

@@JackArkitekt not sure where you are getting your info. But their is no FRA limit of 160 and the speeds in RI and CT are going up as well. We even have bulletins out about it.

[@deand6411]

I’m on the 148 ne regional as I’m writing this. Omg, I love taking the train from dc to nyc. It is so easy. My seat is huge and we have a food and table car. The Acela seems even nicer. However, given the difference in time is thirty minutes and you were delayed by that much… I’d save the $100 each way. Great video very well produced. Thanks. I love taking the train!!!

[@santinomamone2674]

Jebb I’m gonna watch this .... I’ve been on fast rail in Europe and Japan legend

[@raisinbrandrew1947]

Super cool train! I’m moving to Providence and hope to ride this train. I’ve never rode a high speed train in Europe or Asia, and while I know this isn’t as fast, it’ll still be a really cool experience, and be much faster than the commuter trains in Denver :)

[@neil1030]

Did they not allow you to go into other cars from first class? I was able to do that at least once. Long story, but there was a mix up and I did not get a meal in first so I wanted to go to the cafe car for some food. I told the first class conductor and he opened the door so I could go. Eventually I ended up getting my first class meal. Turns out the attendant just missed me, for which he apologized.

[@jacobrothstein2816]

I've taken the Acela numerous times over the years between Washington, DC and New York and I've always enjoyed it! However, next month I'm gonna be taking it all the way from DC to Boston for the first time! Should be interesting and fun!

[@cvrvids]

Knowing that you have the link to a Random Wikipedia article bookmarked makes me love this channel even more...keep it up Jeb!!!

[@webMonkey_]

Jeb, when allowed, please do a comparison with how things can be with a train from Paris to South of France.

[@nextup6074]

FACT: No comparison whatsoever. Our US trains are a total embarrassment.

[@theamazingparkerC]

@@nextup6074 honestly not really. The northeast corridor is great

[@lars7935]

@@theamazingparkerC It's decent for what it is but it doesn't match the standards set in many other countries.

[@davidkaiser1004]

At 6:55, I'm looking forward to seeing the new Acela train. It will have a destination sign above the aisle so we all know that the train is about to stop at the next station. Like you said, it will increase capacity by adding 3 extra coaches making the total of 9 between the engines on each end. The Acela is a lot faster than other routes including the Midwest routes.

[@alismith6353]

Yay, creative director cameo!! Great video Jeb, need to try the trains next time we visit from the U.K. Stay safe and look forward to your next video

[@LtNduati]

3:18 Jeb, I learned German in college, I'm still near fluent now, and I could never explain why "verboten" in German felt like a cognate to me, a native english speaker, until just now when I realized it is spelled the same and means the same thing in English (though usage is much lower and not restricted to just verbal sound)

[@mstrmren]

Why do they use German words in America? I don't really get who came up with the idea to use it lol

[@BandBHawks]

It's also pretty similar to "forbidden"!

[@mstrmren]

@@BandBHawks It literally means forbidden..

[@ramennoodles8774]

@@mstrmren probably because of the German ethnic groups that immigrated to the US if I believe before the first WWI/during the war.

[@tikkathreebarrels]

I really need to get back across the Atlantic: your stations are beautiful. Are they largely emoty because of covid social distancing or what? Those track speeds are pretty much akin to intercity over here in England. Great review!

[@Robloxity_News]

The DC station was built by the Pennsylvania Railroad who owned the NEC from its opening till 1968 when they merged with two other railroads into Penn Central. They also built the station in Philadelphia, Newark and the original New York Penn. You can search up the Original Penn station bc it looks way better than the present station.

[@Akit317]

I've done Acela business and Northeast Regional coach between DC and NYC, in comparison, not much, 30 minutes difference isn't really that impactful, and the seats are about the same in comfort; but sure cheaper on the regional train. I would definitely pay for Acela if I rode between DC and Boston.

[@MichaelPomposello]

IDK who started the myth that you can't leave the first class car. You absolutely can. An attendant may stop you - only because you need to leave through their galley. As long as you're not in the way of their galley work they'll hit the button and open the door for you. I usually meet up with other friends on the train who travel in biz class in the cafe car. (But if you bring a drink from first it helps them out if you bring your glass back with you to first class)

[@shaunganley]

Finally rode the Acela -- and now watching this - I thought the stretch from where I got on (Boston/Rte 128) to Rhode Island WAS the fastest stretch of the ride. I was disappointed it wasn't THAT fast most of the way.

[@Jobother]

good point about how easy it is to get onto a train in Washington Union Station. I once barely missed my train, i got out of my (now Ex) girlfriend's car 3 minutes before departure, ran through the station, and made it to a seat with 15 seconds before we departed.

[@danielnyc5768]

FYI, I take the NYC to DC Acela route one or two times per month so I'm very familiar with the on board service and both lounges. The Metropolitan Lounge at Moynihan Station is beautiful and spacious. The Club Acela lounge in DC is indeed quite dreary, but they are about to temporarily shut it down starting on January 20th for a renovation and addition of better food options. Halleluiah for that! The food and drink on first class is decent, but what really makes the first class experience great are the people. Super friendly and efficient. One last note regarding tipping, and that is this is the first time I've ever heard any mention of tipping on a train. I've taken first class on Acela MANY times and I've yet to see anyone leaving a tip. To me this seems like leaving a tip if you're flying first class with an airline. Is this really a thing now? Would like to be informed if so.

[@kukkikgaysornbua9681]

Hi , if I have two big baggages with me, is it convenient to take Acela ?

[@zamongtea]

"Wow hot towels, what is this - Korean Airlines?" HAHAHAHA Love it!

[@guysmallwood2194]

you really need to do Boston to nyc or vice versa. the trains dont get up to speed on the reviews you have done so far.

[@coldharborsixtyfour39]

I bid and was accepted on an upgrade to 1st Class on Acela. The seat assignment I got was 2 facing 2 which meant poor leg room and I was sitting facing 3 people I did not know. For me that situation was not good. Had I gotten one of the single seats that did not face another I would have been much happier. The service was good and the food okay. What I really hate are people talking on their cell phones. It makes me miss air travel! Next time I'll stick with business class on Acela. I did enjoy the ride though.

[@AJTLfilms]

What would you give this ride in terms of the Jebscore?

[@dcjimr1]

When I moved to DC in the late 80s most of Union Station was closed off and there was serious talk of demolishing it. Thank goodness smarter heads prevailed!

[@gabrielphilip4497]

I like the Acela

[@ilovecars3202]

I can’t wait to see the new trains I wish they could up grade to run full speed the hole way

[@elsajo]

Awesome reveiw! Would be fun to see you take the trains here in Sweden. I think you would like them :D

[@martinc.720]

Why tip train attendants, but not FAs? I’m not sure I get it.

[@martinc.720]

@ユジン porters are not on the train and have nothing to do with the service you receive on the train. But I know what you mean (tipping employees who do something for you). I just don’t understand why we should do that on trains, but not planes.

[@jefuryo]

Sir Jeb, when are the new Acela coming out for the DC - PHL route? Might be the best time to try AMTRAK.

[@drewmcdonald1077]

wow I can't believe u did a review on the Acela and hope u do one when the new acela comes out

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Awesome video!😸

[@BriannaPandora]

Great way of travelling around the U.S i reckon but i would say that, because i love trains (lol)., re tipping. I reckon $15-20 U.SD is affordable if you think the attendant has gone out of their way to make your trip more enjoyable !. Awesome review there Jeb & Suzanne👍

[@Calebs_Aviation]

Awesome Can’t wait to try the new Acela trains, I’d try it! I know you are a fan of the Bombardier C Series or Airbus A220. Are you trying JetBlue’s inaugural A220 flight on Monday from BOS-TPA?

[@DJ-od9xo]

Jeb, first time commenting but long time viewer. You experienced a typical day during commuter hours between Newark Penn and New York Penn. Amtrak will always blame New Jersey Transit and New Jersey Transit will always blame Amtrak for the same issue. These delays can be attributed to a multitude of reasons, but the railway is shut down for at least 30 minutes on a weekly basis during the summer. I say this as an experienced NYC commuter. Amtrak will not fix the damages to the catenary wires from Hurricane Sandy because it will shut down the Hudson Tunnels for two months. A valid reason, but it results in an unreliable transit system. For that reason, I would caution anyone from relying on Amtrak if they are particular about timeliness, which many NYC commuters are.

[@cloverhal2284]

Definitely check out the Frecciarossa 1000 executive class from Paris to Milan if you get the chance, it’s breathtaking

[@cloverhal2284]

And cheap : 165€ one way

[@anthonystrains1672]

Jeb if your’re in boston you should take that overnight northeast regional sleeper south that you were talking about

[@suespony]

Alstom is manufacturing these new faster trains at their plant in Hornell NY (my hometown) looking forward to your reviews when that happens, which I believe will be soon

[@skyplonk]

Great review! Greetings from NZ!

[@andrewdales8136]

Do you think maybe you couldn't reserve seats next to each other because they didnt want people sitting next to each otjer because of the pendamic. Just a thought but thats what they do in the UK.

[@pattycarljackson]

Ive never been one to obsess over speed I just love taking the train.everyone is obsessed with speed because of all of these other countries and what they have. I get or some business people it makes sense but i think more attention needs to be put on access to trains in ore states and in my state i see the need for more train routes and not high speed rails. I think a high speed rail can be useful in certain areas and i like that Amtrak is getting better.

[@logansaviationadventures]

Alaska air is getting really strict on gopros these days just fyi you can’t film with most crews with a suction cup mount.

[@jefuryo]

Considering doing this for DC to Philly

[@philis05]

IMO I prefer to take Amtrak NE Regional for 3 reasons: 1. Price ($39 vs $150+) 2. Mobility (Throughout the train) 3. Schedule (50 more minutes isn’t a dealbreaker)

[@jwace]

So I literally just did WAS to NYC last week....but I've done NYC to BOS twice. For prices - it really depends when you book it. I Probably wouldn't pay twice as much, but 1.5 to 1.75 as much. And how far in advance you book. Just get the most out of it, make sure to visit the lounge and if nothing else get a few extra waters along the trip. Honestly - other than a splurge, I would probably be ok with business on the slower regional train (which you get free non-alcohol drinks but no food) Lounges: Washington lounge is god awful except that you have either water or soda. The old Club Acela in PENN use to be similar. In BOSTON the food/drink is a bit better, but the lounge itself is overall nicer. Now - you didn't go in on your video....but I THINK you get lounge access at destination. And the new lounge in Moynihan is OUTSTANDING. Its like an airport business lounge just with no showers. Make sure to check that out....hell if I do a sleeper to Chicago, (which passes by my suburb station) I might actually make sure to go into NYC first just to get lounge access. YOU NEED to visit it. NY went from having probably the worst lounge to having the best on Amtrak routes.

[@markrichardson330]

Ever thought to do other modes of transport like ferries or fast ferries? Would be cool to learn about some around the country! I know the Victoria Clipper in Seattle to Victoria, BC is awesome and you can even tag on a floatplane flight via Kenmore Air on their Otter to get a cool return trip experience. I’m sure other areas have cool trips like this too.

[@United1158]

I reccomend trying the Pacific Surfliner on the west coast as it goes right along the ocean. The ocean stretches are San Juan Capistrano-Oceanside, Ventura-Santa Barbara, and the longest is Goleta-Guadulape. I reccomend taking it from LA to San Luis Obispo.

[@panam4974]

Acela is plenty OK, but I'm eager to scorch the "ballast" in the new train set!

[@TheBigPossum610]

4:17 THAT'S MY TOWN. OMG

[@thetravelingirishman4372]

Great video I love watching your videos especially the train ones I recently just took the Amtrak Sunset Limited Line from La Union station to Maricopa Az riding coach!! You should Ride the California Zephyer line from California to Chicago,I heard its the most scenic line Amtrak has! Safe Travels Brother!!!

[@scotthockenberry3085]

Well. I think I’ll wait to go out of my way to ride the Acela until the upgrade. But maybe if I find myself out in that area

[@seanbeh360]

Noticing some really nice watches on your wrists Jeb, would appreciate a video review of your watches!

[@Wave02Z]

While the top speed is briefly reached closer to Boston, its worth noting the travel time and overall avg speed between DC and NY is faster than NY to Bos. North NYC it slows down considerably, sharing tracks that are owned by Metro North railroad, alot which have 70mph ish speed limits.

[@lilj1702]

When is the new fleet of trains come out?

[@LARailProductions]

4:17 I was able to walk the entire train while in First Class. I'm not sure why it would be blocked off, I mean you should be able to access the Cafe car at any time..?

[@actemple3282]

Super cool I love it Love to ride that train

[@summerrain5132]

What app did you use to calculate mph?

[@jeffanschutz9550]

Speedometer speed box app

[@K.D-1109]

Jeb when the new acela 21 is fully done testing will you review it i will miss the old acela i never got to ride it but hopefully i will be able to the new one

[@rubybrauner789]

I really would love to see the New England States via this train. I live in CA

[@guysmallwood2194]

After CT its a blur in RI and MA they run at 125 - 150mph