Amtrak's Mardi Gras Train: Mobile's Surprise Success
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Amtraks Mardi Gras train service has been a resounding success, with Mobile welcoming over 26,000 riders in less than seven months, outpacing New Orleans on a per capita basis. Total ridership reached 83,079 from August to March, with New Orleans taking in 45% and Mobile 31.8%. Local leaders are delighted, as passengers are exploring spots along the route, proving people want to come to Mobile. These early stats alleviate concerns that the train was merely a New Orleans shuttle, with funding secured for three years and ridership remaining steady.
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