+2 Best American Train Trivia and Quizzes in United States

Welcome aboard, fellow Americans! Are you ready to hop on the quiz train and test your knowledge of one of America's most iconic modes of transportation - the American train? 🚂 From the historic steam locomotives that connected the East and West coasts to the high-speed bullet trains racing across the country today, the American train has played a vital role in shaping our nation's history and culture. Whether you're a train enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the railroad systems crisscrossing the United States, this quiz is your ticket to an exciting journey through the fascinating world of American trains. Get ready to chug along the tracks of trivia as we explore the famous routes, legendary trains, and remarkable innovations that have made the American train an enduring symbol of progress and adventure. Test your knowledge on the fastest trains, the longest routes, and the most scenic railway journeys that showcase the beauty of our diverse landscapes. Do you know which train holds the record for the fastest speed in the US? Can you name the iconic railway that travels through the heart of the Rocky Mountains? Put your conductor's hat on and see if you can reach the final destination of becoming a true American train expert. So, grab your virtual ticket, keep your eyes peeled for the next question coming around the bend, and let's embark on this thrilling quiz adventure together. All aboard the US Trivia Express - next stop, knowledge! 🌟

All Aboard! Tour Through U.S History with Our Trains & Railroads Quiz!

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  • Who was the first U.S. President to ride a train during his presidency?

    Andrew Jackson
  • Through which U.S. states do the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad go?

    Colorado and New Mexico
  • What color is a Railroad Crossing Ahead sign in the U.S.?

    Yellow
  • Which U.S. city created a public park out of elevated train tracks?

    New York
  • Which titan of American industry made his fortune with railroads?

    Cornelius Vanderbilt
  • Which U.S. city's public market is located in a former train shed?

    Philadelphia
  • Where did tracks join when Transcontinental Railroad was finished?

    Promontory, Utah
  • Which U.S. city once employed cowboys to prevent freight train accidents?

    New York City
  • Who was the first U.S. president to campaign by train?

    William Henry Harrison
  • Which iconic NYC train station has a hidden tennis club?

    Grand Central Terminal
  • What was the speed of the InterCity train, introduced in 1976?

    125mph
  • What AT&SF luxury train traveled between Chicago and Los Angeles?

    Super Chief
  • What US state once made placing salt on railroad tracks a capital crime?

    Alabama
  • On which U.S. city is the Steamtown Railroad Museum located?

    Scranton, Pennsylvania
  • What is the name of the main railroad station in Washington, D.C.?

    Union Station
  • Which Chicago town was founded as a utopia for train employees?

    Pullman
  • What was used to mark the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad?

    Golden spike
  • A museum dedicated to what famous railroad is located in Iowa?

    Union Pacific Railroad

All Aboard! Test Your Knowledge of U.S. Trains and Subways!

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  • Which is the busiest train station in the U.S.?

    New York Penn Station
  • Which U.S. city's subway system is known as "The T"?

    Boston
  • What does the "L" in the Chicago L Trains stand for?

    Elevated
  • What was used to power the first locomotives?

    Steam
  • How many metro systems are there in the United States?

    Thirty-two
  • What was the first successful American steam locomotive called?

    Tom Thumb
  • Which of these U.S. landmarks has a private subway station underneath?

    The Capitol
  • At what speed does the average New York City subway train travel?

    17 mph
  • Which US city subway system shares its name with a "Simpsons" character?

    San Francisco
  • What is the U.S. oldest continuously operated streetcar line?

    St. Charles Streetcar Line
  • How many stations does the New York subway system have?

    472