Amtrak Service Suspended Between New York and New Haven

Overhead power loss leads to cancellations on Amtrak route.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Amtrak has suspended service between New York Penn Station and New Haven, Connecticut due to a loss of overhead power. The service cancellations will remain in effect for the rest of Wednesday night as crews work to assess and resolve the issue.

Why it matters

This disruption impacts a key Northeast rail corridor, affecting travel plans for many commuters and travelers between New York City and the Connecticut shoreline. Amtrak is a vital transportation link in the region, and any service outages can cause significant delays and inconvenience.

The details

Amtrak said services between New York Penn Station and New Haven have been canceled for the remainder of Wednesday night due to the loss of overhead power. Passengers heading to Boston can exchange their tickets for free or get a full refund, while those traveling south can use their Amtrak tickets on Metro-North trains from New Haven to Penn Station.

  • Amtrak service was suspended on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Amtrak

The national passenger railroad service of the United States.

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What’s next

Amtrak says crews are working to assess the issue and resolve the power problem, but there is no timeline yet for when service will be restored.

The takeaway

This Amtrak service disruption highlights the importance of reliable rail infrastructure in the Northeast, where many commuters and travelers rely on Amtrak to connect major cities. Prompt restoration of power and service will be crucial to minimizing the impact on passengers.