MoDOT and the Union Pacific Railroad recently opened a new rail siding in the town of California, just west of Jefferson City.  The new track allows long freight trains to move off the main so Amtrak passenger trains can pass.  It’s one of many projects to reduce delays, improve speeds, and lay the foundation for future high speed service between KC and St. Louis.

Ongoing efforts to improve Amtrak service across Missouri just resulted in 100% on time performance during the busy Thanksgiving week.

The River Runner morning trains depart KC and St. Louis at 7:30 a.m. and arrive at 1:10 p.m. in the opposite city. The evening trains leave each city at 4:30 p.m. and arrive at  9:40 p.m.