How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Petersburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Petersburg start from R 1 632. The average price for this train route is around R 2 491. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 420 km. The quickest train can get 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 R 1 556 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 14 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

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Petersburg on 15 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 16 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 17 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 18 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

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:09 PM 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 R 1 386, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 15mAverage duration

423 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 386 - R 4 809	Average duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 632 - R 11 670	Average duration14h 51m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 1 632

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Petersburg start from R 1 632. The average price for this train route is around R 2 491. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 420 km. The quickest train can get 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 1 747

11/12

R 2 110

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R 1 816

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R 1 556

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R 1 954

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R 1 747

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Petersburg was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 556

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 R 1 556 to R 11 203 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 R 1 556, which is on 2025-12-15.