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Originally Posted by Mark Michalovic
Not only are there tracks there, but they are used too. The Cape May Seashore Lines exursion train uses the southern stretch of the route. These trains don't run all the way to Atlantic City, though. The tracks between AC and Cape May Courthouse probably need to be restored for full service between Philly and Cape May.
Such a service would be good not only for people going to Cape May, but for those who want to run between Cape May and Atlantic City during their vacations.
Such a service would also be good for people who do need to drive to the Shore, because there'd be fewer cars to fight with on the way down. |
I thought the line inquestion ran through camden not AC. no?
If they coudl run through AC, then it shoudl be relatively easy given the infrequent run times for the AC line. (even if it is slow as all get out).
edit: looks like there's a junction oustide AC that might work, in winslow. that said, it might be cheaper, don't know. Hard to say. the AC line is NJT's most unprofitable line. if you coudl run a profitable ferry...
still think your best bet is working with AC and the casinos to upgrade the track to AC. this line could piggy back off of that. without faster travel times though, it's be more a rail enthusiast's dream than a funcional alternative (there are buses that go there).