As Amtrak’s Gulf Coast launch nears, infrastructure work lags behind – 7/15/25

When Amtrak’s long-anticipated Mardi Gras Service begins rolling between Mobile and New Orleans on Aug. 18, passengers can expect a 3.5-hour trip—with potential for an even quicker journey down the line.

But while the train is on track, much of the $178 million in federally funded infrastructure upgrades meant to support and accelerate the service is still sitting in the station.

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