New Amtrak Cascades trains arrive in 2026The next generation of travel in the Pacific Northwest

Welcome to the next generation of train travel

A new fleet of Northwest-styled Amtrak Cascades trains will transport passengers in style between Seattle, Vancouver, BC, Portland and other stations along the I-5 corridor when eight new trainsets and two new locomotives arrive in the Pacific Northwest in 2026. The Cascade route runs from Eugene, Oregon, to Vancouver, B.C., and includes stops in Seattle and other Puget Sound-area destinations.

The new trainsets feature the signature Amtrak Cascades evergreen, cream, and mocha color scheme in the state-of-the-art design which includes Cascade Range mountain graphics on each car. You can view images of the trainsets in production at the factory below and renderings of how the train equipment will look on this page.

The new trains will revolutionize the Amtrak Cascades experience. The equipment is manufactured in the U.S. at Siemens facilities and complies with the Federal Railroad Administration Buy America Standards.

The Amtrak Cascades trains will be first trains out of the factory. The new trains will arrive over a period of several months, entering into service once they have been thoroughly inspected, tested and approved. Amtrak Cascades will be the very first train route in the nation to receive the new Airo trains next year. The Airo trains are are more fuel-efficient than diesel trains and produce 90% less particulate emissions. The trains can travel up to 125 miles per hour and feature a redesigned cafe car and amenities such as individual seat outlets, USB ports and onboard Wi-Fi.

The new trains will elevate the Amtrak Cascades journey with a focus on comfort and efficiency:

• Elevated experience: With panoramic windows and additional table seating, customers can enjoy some of the best views and connect to the some of the most scenic landscapes in the world
• Comfortable seating: Each train seats more than 300 passengers and prioritizes ergonomics, offering large and sturdy tray tables, cushioned headrests, water bottle holders, and a seatback tablet holder
• Redesigned café car: Featuring local Northwest favorite foods including beer, wine and spirits along with some self-service food options
• Environmental improvements: The new trains are more fuel efficient and produce significantly less air pollution
• Amenities: Individual outlets, USB ports, free onboard Wi-Fi, enhanced lighting, digital customer information displays, automated steps, and touchless restroom controls

Photos released May 29, 2025 show progress at the factory: