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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg to Newark
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 $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5607 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 $129
Amtrak Petersburg Newark recent customer reviews
Plenty of legroom comfortable seats it's quiet ride
Willie W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Petersburg to Newark, NJ by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Petersburg to Newark cost?
The average train ticket price from Petersburg to Newark is $315. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Petersburg to Newark is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Petersburg to Newark?
A train trip between Petersburg and Newark is around 7h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 481 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Petersburg and Newark?
The number of trains from Petersburg to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Petersburg to Newark by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Petersburg to Newark?
When taking the train from Petersburg to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $155To 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 $155 to $1,039 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 $155 which is on 2025-11-27.
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