According To A New Study By The Virginia Department Of Rail And Public Transportation, Bringing Amtrak Passenger Rail Service To Bristol Will Cost Around 1.5 Billion Dollars. The Data Also Showed Extending Service To The Twin Cities Would Attract Just Over 15-Thousand Annual Riders. Amtrak Presently Serves Roanoke And Work Is Underway To Extend That Service To The New River Valley Area By 2025.