A study commissioned by regional transit organizations and the Baton Rouge Area Foundation says that a new passenger train service linking New Orleans and Baton Rouge on existing freight trackage, with intermediate stops and beginning as twice-daily trips, could ultimately grow to regular service with a station near New Orleans International Airport.
Louisiana delegation meets with feds over New Orleans-Baton Rouge passenger rail
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A delegation of Louisiana representatives, including members of the Southern Rail Commission, met with federal transportation officials last week about the possibility of starting passenger rail service between New Orleans and Baton Rouge.