Airplanes are getting stuck in lots of traffic jams this summer, but Amtrak is on a roll.

Ridership on the passenger rail system is up 6% so far this year, the biggest jump since the late 1970s.

Amtrak: More Passengers Riding The Rails

If you're sick of the aggravation at the airport, you're not alone.

Amtrak's latest statistics show more passengers are opting for the rails, with more business travelers in particular turning to Amtrak to get where they need to go.