The Exeter Amtrak station has earned a reputation for being the “barest” stop on the Downeaster route, with its platform having nothing more than benches and a sign to mark it. Unlike America's most beautiful Amtrak station, which features enclosed waiting areas and other modern amenities, Exeter riders wait in the open air, exposed to rain, snow, and biting winter winds.

For daily commuters and weekend travelers, the absence of even the most basic amenities has long been a source of frustration. Now, town officials say enough is enough. They are pressing Amtrak and the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority for long-overdue upgrades, arguing that Exeter deserves a station that serves passengers with safety and comfort.

Why The Title Amtrak’s “Barest” Station?

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