Amtrak Live Map Screensaver
The Amtrak Live Map screensaver shows real positions of every Amtrak train currently running, from the key-less community Amtraker API: route, speed and whether it is on time or running late, plotted on a US map. It's free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
How the Amtrak Live Map screensaver works
The saver reads the community Amtraker API directly in your browser — no key and no account.
Real positions of every Amtrak train currently running, from the key-less community Amtraker API: route, speed and whether it is on time or running late, plotted on a US map..
It refreshes on a schedule, so what you see stays current.
Colours can be changed in settings; nothing is stored beyond your own browser.
A worked example
Real positions of every Amtrak train currently running, from the key-less community Amtraker API: route, speed and whether it is on time or running late, plotted on a US map.
Settings & tips
- Accent and Background recolour the display.
- Data comes straight from the community Amtraker API in your browser.
- Press ESC to leave fullscreen.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this real data?
- Yes — it comes from the community Amtraker API and is refreshed on a schedule.
- Is a key needed?
- No. This source is fully key-less.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.