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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Petersburg, VA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Norfolk to Petersburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 26 minutes and with fares starting at just R 329, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 329
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Norfolk, VA to Petersburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Norfolk to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Norfolk to Petersburg start from R 329. The average price for this train route is around R 648. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Norfolk to Petersburg?
The average train journey time from Norfolk to Petersburg is 3h 42m, covering a distance of 112 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Norfolk to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Norfolk to Petersburg?
The earliest train from Norfolk to Petersburg departs at 05:19. And the latest train departs at 13:04.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Petersburg was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 294To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Norfolk, VA to Petersburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 294 to R 3 994 for a train ticket from Norfolk, VA to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 294, which is on 2025-12-13.
