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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Petersburg Transportation Center | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Petersburg Transportation Center | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Petersburg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Petersburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Petersburg start from $95. The average price for this route is around $143. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Petersburg?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Petersburg is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 481 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Petersburg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Petersburg?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Petersburg at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Petersburg?
A bus trip from Newark to Petersburg generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Petersburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Petersburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Petersburg was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Petersburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $118 to $238 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Petersburg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
