Train Travel in Kentucky
The Cardinal’s Maysville and South Portsmouth stops put Kentucky on the rail network, while the City of New Orleans serves Fulton in the Jackson Purchase.
Passenger rail services with at least one stop in Kentucky.
Regularly served stations in our research index.
U.S. census/transit region for connecting service.
Routes serving Kentucky
The following passenger rail services call at one or more stations in Kentucky. Routes range from short-haul commuter rail systems to transcontinental long-distance trains; the table below sorts by service type.
Stations in Kentucky
The station index covers 4 facilities in Kentucky, from large urban union stations to rural flag stops.
Travel notes
Kentucky is part of the South region. Riders connecting between routes within the state can use any of the major hubs above for cross-platform or short-walk transfers, depending on the station. For onward travel beyond the rail network, intercity bus and connecting Thruway services often complement the train; consult the operator for current connecting itineraries.
Ticket types, on-board facilities and fare structures differ between Amtrak and each commuter operator; consult the operating agency for those details.