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 | Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Fastest | ||||
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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Petersburg, VA | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £69
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
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Petersburg to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Newark start from £69. The average price for this train route is around £167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Petersburg to Newark?
The average train journey time from Petersburg to Newark is 7h 19m, covering a distance of 298 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 03:53. And the latest train departs at 15:44.
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 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £83To 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 £83 to £736 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 £83, which is on 2025-12-16.
