Originally Posted by fastflyer
I also am not sure how much money AMTRAK makes on its Northeast Corridor services. The trains are about 80% full when I travel, but that is generally at peak times.
I do think if AMTRAK could shave off another hour between Boston and Penn Station and likewise an hour between Penn and DC Union Station, they would put the shuttles out of business.
The Northeast Corridor is Amtrak's most profitable route.