Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ train

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Cheap train tickets from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

$140

Average

$140

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

03:53AM7h05

Petersburg, VA

10:58AMNewark, NJ

$1401One-way

0 transfers

11:51AM6h54

Petersburg, VA

06:45PMNewark, NJ

$1401One-way

0 transfers

Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
AmtrakAmtrak	03:53AM Petersburg, VA	7h05	10:58AM Newark, NJ	0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak	11:51AM Petersburg, VA	6h54	06:45PM Newark, NJ	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

6 h 54 m

Average

7 h

Trains per day

Distance

480 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Petersburg, VA for Newark, NJ every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

11:51AM6h54

Petersburg, VA

06:45PMNewark, NJ

$1401One-way

0 transfers

03:53AM7h05

Petersburg, VA

10:58AMNewark, NJ

$1401One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ

Trains from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€46) but you can travel from only $37 (€34) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $37 (€34)

Distance

297 miles (479 km)

Average train duration

7h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

$50 (€46)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

6h 32m

First train

00:37

Last train

23:42

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $37 (€34)

Train companies: Amtrak from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ trains

Travel from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ from $50 (€46) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ.

Amtrak from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: $50
Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ

FAQs: Travel by train from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ.

Cheap train tickets from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ can start from as little as $51 (€46) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ is $123 (€111); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ is on average 6 h 32 min for the 297 mile (479 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Petersburg, VA and Newark, NJ by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ leaves at 12: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ leaves at 11: 42 PM.

Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 42 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Petersburg, VA to Newark, NJ

Petersburg

Newark

The major train station for departures in Petersburg is Petersburg Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Petersburg Station for your trip from Petersburg to Newark.

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