Train from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Petersburg on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Petersburg, VACheapest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Petersburg, VAFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Petersburg, VANo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2h 50mAverage duration
118 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£25 - £88Average duration2h 50m
5kg CO₂e
Average price£24 - £237Average duration2h 57m
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Petersburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Petersburg start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Petersburg?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Petersburg is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 117 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Petersburg route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Petersburg?

    The earliest train from Washington to Petersburg departs at 09:59. And the latest train departs at 19:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/12
£31
02/12
£22
Today
£22
04/12
£31
05/12
£22
06/12
£22
07/12
£22
08/12
£22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

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

You can expect to pay from £22 to £228 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-05.

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