Libby station is an Amtrak station in Libby, Montana, served by the Empire Builder. The station property, including the platform and parking area, is owned by BNSF Railway.
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History
In 1890, the Great Northern Railway established a station in Libby along its main line. The first train service arrived at the station on May 3, 1892, carrying passengers and freight. In 1970, the station became part of the Burlington Northern Railway following the merger of Great Northern into the company. In 1996, Burlington Northern merged with the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway to form BNSF Railway, the current owner of the station property.
Station
The station platform is uncovered and is adjacent to a small Swiss chalet style building used as a passenger waiting room. The station formerly had a second platform on the opposite side of the waiting room. The southern platform is no longer used, but the tracks remain in place.