Exploring New Horizons: Proposed Train Connecting Boise to Las Vegas
Exciting news for Boise residents and travel enthusiasts! The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has applied for a grant to explore a potential rail service connecting Boise, Idaho, to Las Vegas, Nevada, with a crucial stop in Salt Lake City. Dubbed the “Desert Wind Corridor” project, this initiative promises to revolutionize travel in the region by offering a convenient and scenic alternative to driving or flying.
The proposed route is part of a broader plan to enhance intercity passenger rail services, supported by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. If the grant is approved, Boise could soon become a key hub in this modern transportation network. The estimated travel time between Salt Lake City and Las Vegas is expected to be between 7 and 9.5 hours each way, similar to the former Amtrak service discontinued in 1997.…