How much is the train ticket from Washington to Petersburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Petersburg start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Petersburg?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Petersburg is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 117 miles (188 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Petersburg route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Petersburg?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Petersburg at 9:59am. And the latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Train Washington to Petersburg from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Petersburg on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:00pm	Union Station	3h	3:00pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	1:43pm	Union Station	2h 53m	4:36pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	4:00pm	Union Station	2h 53m	6:53pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	7:00pm	Union Station	2h 56m	9:56pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	2h 57m	10:21pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Petersburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

118 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $114	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $306	Average Duration2h 57m	CO₂ emissions 17kg 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $31

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Petersburg start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Petersburg?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Petersburg is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 117 miles (188 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Petersburg?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Petersburg at 9:59am. And the latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/30

$86

12/01

$39

Today

$28

12/03

$28

12/04

$28

12/05

$28

12/06

$28

12/07

$28

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $28

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 $28 to $735 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 $28 which is on 2025-12-03.