Last time I came through here we were stopped to pick up and drop off passengers at this station…read morewhile I was finishing my tasty chicken dinner. That was 2019, pre-covid, when the menus were better and the stupid Covid protocol wasn't mandating the dining car remain closed and the Porters bring the food to your room. Digressing here :-) But today we've actually here for my sweetheart to board the train and Hattiesburg may just be our future routine train departure point. Since the train companies and the city of Mobile can't get their acts together we are forced to choose New Orleans, LA, Meridian, MS or further points for boarding a train to go up northeast. This one suits us just fine and is closer. There's handicap and temporary parking right by the front door, and there's free overnight parking directly across the street. The seating is old school church-like wood pews and there's several vending machines with drinks and snacks. The one employee that we came in contact with was very friendly and pleasant and she was quite helpful even opening and holding the door for us before boarding, nice. I also enjoyed reading about the history of the station, and some of the old pictures and posters that were hung on the walls all around. This is a beautiful old train station built in 1910 by Southern Railway Company and is an impressive one, designed in the Italian Renaissance style with a clay-tile roof. It has a 14,000 square foot interior and included a 4,000 square-foot passenger waiting room. In 2000, The City of Hattiesburg purchased the depot and 3.2 acres of land from Norfolk Southern Railways initiating a seven-year, $10 million restoration and improvement project. The restored Hattiesburg Depot was rededicated in April 2007 to function as an intermodal transportation center for rail, bus, and taxi services. It would also serve as a space for meetings, exhibitions, and special events. Bottle line: there are some funky train stations across the country, but this one is adorable, quaint, and a pleasure to hang out in while you're waiting on your choo choo.

It's a beautiful train station that has been renovated in the last few years. Its a working…read morestation but only has a handful of trains a day passing through. It closes right at 5:00 so be sure to get there before then. It really takes you back to a different time, when travel by train was the norm and when people built things to last and to look good. The room next to the waiting room has some pretty artcatectual detailing, and the fixtures are also period. teh flooring also looked original. It is small, so you will probably only spend a few moments walking around, but it will be moments well spent. Check out the train depot, you will be glad you did.

This train will take you all the way to Chicagee…read more Sit down, relax, pop open a Schlitz cocktail (goofy style, if you're feeling it), and watch America pass by your eyeballs. Note: A Schlitz cocktail is a can of Schlitz beer served with whipped cream and a cherry on top. Drinking it "goofy" means drinking it with your left aka goofy hand.

This is the 2nd stop for the northbound Amtrak train to Chicago coming from New Orleans. If you…read morewant to avoid lots of people, lots of walking, and be able to park nearby this is the station for you. In fact, I arrived 30 minutes early and was the only passenger there. The only other 2 people there were employees. Be warned. There isn't really any long term parking areas. I was told to just park my vehicle in the grass next to the building. I left it there for 5 days and it was there when I got back. There also isn't a baggage claims area to worry about. You literally step off the train and your luggage is waiting for you right there. Be sure to have your claims ticket for your luggage. They WILL check it! All in all, it was a good experience. The only downside was it was hot inside the building. It either didn't have an air conditioner or it was broken. Either way, in South Louisiana in the summertime, you need an AC.

Joyce was amazing! She was so helpful and quick with responding and scheduling. As for Joyce and…read morethe ride herself, she was funny, entertaining and so knowledgable about NOLA, Louisiana and Mardi Gras specifically. I highly recommend her for any transportation needs, especially around the festival.

What a great company-amazing staff. They've welcomed us for years. This company not only goes…read moreabove and beyond for my husband and I- they took care of my mom on her trip there and made sure she was taken care of. I highly recommend them- quality, punctual & incredibly knowledgeable.

Great experience with this transportation service. We booked them on short notice during the…read moreholiday season and what a relief! They quickly confirmed all the details by text, which we really appreciated. They were especially attentive to our needs--we required a rear-facing toddler car seat, and they brought a clean one that was installed. They came on time (early!) on a freezing cold morning with a warm car. Traveling with a toddler felt easy and stress-free. Special shout-out to Barbara for being so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend!

Eric is amazing! He is extremely communicative and accommodating. We had a large group which…read moreincluded small children. The next time I return to New Orleans, I will be using his service. I strongly recommend him!

Cats busses are sad at times take 2 hours in heat w cancer and when you call cats nr to see where…read morethe buss is you will get no answers I stood there waiten for 2 hours w cancer a all they can do is get smart y'all need better operates that will a can help and why would the buss sit around the mall when it supposed to be on road ???? Ya SUCK BAD

This by far is the worst public transit system ever. Every morning i attempt to catch a 5:59am bus…read morethat doesn't arrive until 6:20am. According to their mapping directions online, i should be at work by 7:38am if the bus is on time. Honestly, they should either change the schedule online or change management/staff. Why would the very first bus be late every morning when there is only one other rider on the bus. After living in New York, New Jersey, and New Orleans I've learned that reliability is essential. Imagine telling your boss the same excuse for being late every morning! If you have a time sensitive place to be and cats is all that your budget allows, good luck.... But you definitely want to be at your stop at least an hour earlier than scheduled departure.