The MARC Camden Line is an essential commuter rail route connecting Washington, D.C. to Baltimore, Maryland. Spanning approximately 39 miles (63 km), this route serves as a vital link for commuters traveling between these two major cities. Starting at the iconic Washington Union Station, the line offers a mix of suburban, rural, and urban landscapes, making it both a practical and scenic journey. The line features both MARC Train IV commuter trains and shared tracks with CSX freight services, offering diverse operational experiences. The route ends at Camden Station in Baltimore, providing easy access to the city's Inner Harbor and downtown. Route Map: Camden - Washington Just focusing on Camden Line, not Penn or Brunswick Line. Route & Stations The MARC Camden Line is a key route for MARC services, connecting Washington, D.C. to Camden Station in Baltimore, Maryland. As one of the primary commuter rail lines, it plays a crucial role in facilitating travel between the nation's capital and suburban Maryland. The route serves as a vital transportation link for daily commuters, offering convenient connections to major destinations in both cities. Starting at the bustling Washington Union Station, it travels through Maryland's suburban and rural landscapes before reaching its final destination at Camden Station in Baltimore, making it an essential part of MARC's service network. Stations on the route The MARC Camden Line connects Washington, D.C. to Baltimore, with several key stations along the route: Washington Union Station (D.C.): A major hub for MARC, Amtrak, and Metro, located in the heart of Washington, D.C. Greenbelt: A busy station offering connections to the Washington Metro and serving both commuters and nearby residents. Camden Station (Baltimore): The final destination, located near Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, offering easy access to the city’s downtown attractions. Unfortunately there's not much stations on the route, the Camden Line route only just features 13 stations, here's the list of the stations Note: key stations will be in bold Camden St Denis Dorsey Jussup Savage Laurel Racetrack (disused) Laurel Park Laurel Murkirk Greenbelt College Park Riverdale Union (Washington D.C) Rolling Stock Now we get to my favorite bit, the rolling stock which is the trains in the route. The Camden Line does feature a lot of trains although the route is short only with 12 stations it does include unique and nice looking trains here are the trains in the route which is: MPI MP36PH Siemens Charger SC44 Multilevel Commuter cab car MARC control cab car And plus the GP40WH-2 as a separate add on AI Layers Although MARC Camden Line focuses on MARC trains, there are also some other trains that run on the route even freight trains, there are other trains from different rail companies seen at busy stations on the route here's some Peninsula Corridor F40PH redesigned in VRE livery (to represent VRE services) MP36PH redesigned in VRE livery (to represent VRE services) NEC New York - Trenton Amtrak ACS64 Metroliner Cab Car Boston Sprinter (Amtrak Acela add on) Amtrak Acela redesigned in MARC livery (to represent the HHP8) Cajon Pass ES44C4 redesigned in CSX livery (to represent CSX services) Sand Patch Grade AC4400CW GP38-2 SD40-2 MBTA Commuter CTC5 Cab car redesigned in MARC livery (to represent the Kawasaki bombardier bilevel cab car) Why this route? The MARC Camden Line would be a fantastic addition to Train Sim World 5, offering a diverse and engaging experience with its unique combination of commuter and freight operations. Stretching 39 miles between Washington Union Station and Camden Station in Baltimore, the route provides a mix of urban, suburban, and rural scenery, making for a visually dynamic journey. One of its key characteristics is the blend of MARC commuter services and CSX freight operations, creating a realistic timetable where players must navigate track-sharing and scheduling challenges. The route features major transportation hubs, such as Washington Union Station, which is one of the busiest rail stations in the U.S., and Camden Station, which sits in the heart of Baltimore’s historic downtown. Another standout feature is the varied driving experience, with high-speed sections near Washington, slower suburban stretches, and potential delays caused by freight interactions. The presence of iconic infrastructure, such as old B&O Railway landmarks and modern commuter rail features, enhances the historical significance of the line. The MARC Train IV commuter trains would bring a new type of rolling stock to the game, while CSX freight locomotives add operational variety. This mix of passenger and freight traffic, diverse scenery, and realistic operational challenges makes the MARC Camden Line a highly immersive and dynamic addition to Train Sim World 5. Conclusion The MARC Camden Line would be a valuable and exciting addition to Train Sim World 5, offering a mix of commuter and freight operations along a historically significant corridor. With its diverse scenery, realistic scheduling challenges, and the presence of both MARC Train IV commuter services and CSX freight operations, the route provides an immersive and varied gameplay experience. The busy urban sections, quiet suburban stretches, and scenic rural landscapes make each journey unique. Adding this route to Train Sim World 5 would not only expand the variety of North American rail experiences but also bring a fresh and dynamic challenge to players. Let's bring the MARC Camden Line to TSW5!
Definitely count me in for this one, I see these services daily on my way to work or school! Would be fantastic to drive the Charger in TSW
