How much does a train ticket cost from Pittsburgh to Petersburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Petersburg start from £74. The average price for this train route is around £114. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Petersburg?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Petersburg is 14h 51m, covering a distance of 261 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Petersburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Petersburg departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Train Pittsburgh to Petersburg from £70 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	13h 31m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	13h 31m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	14h 51m	22:21	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	14h 51m	22:21	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	14h 51m	22:21	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	15h 36m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	Cheapest
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	15h 36m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	15h 36m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	15h 36m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	Cheapest
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	15h 36m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	15h 36m	21:01	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	CheapestFastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	16h 56m	22:21	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	16h 56m	22:21	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	14h 51m	22:21	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	CheapestFastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 16m	16:41	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 28m	18:53	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 28m	18:53	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	13h 28m	18:53	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:25 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Petersburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 15mAverage duration

262 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£63 - £216	Average duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£74 - £523	Average duration14h 51m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 £74

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Petersburg 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 Pittsburgh to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Petersburg start from £74. The average price for this train route is around £114. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Petersburg?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Petersburg is 14h 51m, covering a distance of 261 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Petersburg?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Petersburg departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

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

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£80

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£70

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£79

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£79

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£82

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£82

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The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Petersburg was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £70

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

You can expect to pay from £70 to £689 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £79, which is on 2025-12-04.