The cheapest and fastest trains from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€103
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 5 trains that leave Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Aug 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:11 PM5h59Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA2:10 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€691One-way0 transfers
7:53 AM6h22Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA2:15 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1001One-way0 transfers
7:44 PM6h07Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA1:51 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1031One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM5h31Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA7:56 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1201One-way0 transfers
6:25 PM6h06Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA12:31 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1211One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM5h31Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA7:56 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1201One-way0 transfers
8:11 PM5h59Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA2:10 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€691One-way0 transfers
6:25 PM6h06Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA12:31 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1211One-way0 transfers
7:44 PM6h07Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA1:51 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1031One-way0 transfers
7:53 AM6h22Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA2:15 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€91 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average €91.
Other travel options to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
Tickets start at around €91 compared to roughly €52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-38.63. The journey takes 5h 36m versus 5h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:25 PM Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA | 6h50 | 9:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA | 6h06 | 12:31 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 PM Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA | 6h07 | 1:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:44 PM Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA | 6h07 | 2:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from €36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Most Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains use the Petersburg Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Petersburg Station, Petersburg, VA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Petersburg Station from Petersburg city centre
Petersburg Station is 2 km from Petersburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Petersburg Station train station facilities and services
Petersburg Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Petersburg Station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Petersburg Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Petersburg Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Petersburg Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Petersburg Station: Ramps.
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.

