All service between New York Penn Station and Newark, N.J., was suspended for about an hour today (Saturday, March 1) after ...

South Carolina, the Palmetto State, also has its own Amtrak route, The Palmetto. From historic Charleston, the train ride chugs along the tracks with views of beautiful landscapes and coastal charm.

Approximate Travel Time: 9 hours Amenities: Both history buffs and ocean lovers will find Amtrak's Palmetto an adventure with its trips through the coastal beauties of Florida and South Carolina.

Amtrak customers now can choose preferred seats during the booking process in its mobile app on trains with assigned seating, the rail company announced Wednesday.