Who We Are

The Iowa Association of Railroad Passengers is Iowa’s main advocacy group for the expansion of passenger rail. We were formed in 1981, the same year Amtrak’s Black Hawk service to Dubuque ran for the last time. We are dedicated to promoting our current rail services, as well as fighting for passenger trains to return to more of our largest cities.

Upcoming events

  • 2025 Annual Meeting

    Date: October 25th, 1:30 PM-2:30 PM

    DART Central Station, 2nd Floor Meeting Room

    620 Cherry Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Topics will include events from the past year and our vision for future passenger rail service to Des Moines.