How much is the train ticket from Petersburg to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Newark start at $126. The average price for this train route is around $307. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Petersburg to Newark?

The average train trip from Petersburg to Newark takes 7h 19m and covers 480 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Petersburg to Newark route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Petersburg to Newark?

The earliest train from Petersburg to Newark departs at 3:53am. The latest train departs at 3:44pm.

Train Petersburg to Newark from $151 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Petersburg to Newark on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	2:25pm	Petersburg, VA	7h 29m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	6h 29m	2:09pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
	Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	7h 5m	10:58am	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	7h 48m	3:28pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	6h 36m	2:16pm	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:31 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 40mAverage Duration

481 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$90 - $293	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$126 - $1,526	Average Duration7h 19m	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $126

Amtrak Petersburg Newark recent customer reviews

Plenty of legroom comfortable seats it's quiet ride

Willie W.

June 26, 2025

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Petersburg to Newark, NJ by train

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 train ticket from Petersburg to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Newark start at $126. The average price for this train route is around $307. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Petersburg to Newark?
The average train trip from Petersburg to Newark takes 7h 19m and covers 480 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Petersburg to Newark route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Petersburg to Newark?
The earliest train from Petersburg to Newark departs at 3:53am. The latest train departs at 3:44pm.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $151

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Petersburg to Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $151 to $1,355 for a train ticket from Petersburg to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2025-12-16.