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The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$140

Average price

$216

Fastest journey

4 h 54 m

Average duration

5 h 9 m

Trains per day

Distance

360 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA will cost around $216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Petersburg, VA on Tue, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.

07:30AM5h21

Philadelphia, PA

12:51PMPetersburg, VA

$1401One-way

0 transfers

08:36AM5h35

Philadelphia, PA

02:11PMPetersburg, VA

$1401One-way

0 transfers

09:46AM5h30

Philadelphia, PA

03:16PMPetersburg, VA

$2671One-way

0 transfers

12:01PM5h26

Philadelphia, PA

05:27PMPetersburg, VA

$2671One-way

0 transfers

03:29PM5h22

Philadelphia, PA

08:51PMPetersburg, VA

$2671One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €71.

Distance: 223 miles (359 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€104 Average price	€73 Average price Cheapest
6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA

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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) 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 $60 (€48)

Distance

223 miles (359 km)

Average train duration

5h 30m

Cheapest ticket price

$88 (€71)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

5h 16m

First train

03:53

Last train

17:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $60 (€48)

Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA trains

You can travel by train between Philadelphia, PA and Petersburg, VA with Amtrak for as low as $148 (€119). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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.

Train information from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 5 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: $148
Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA.

Cheap train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA can start from as little as $167 (€134) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA is $167 (€134); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA train travel time is 5 h 34 min for the 223 mile (359 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA leaves at 1: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA leaves at 5: 34 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 7 direct trains from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Petersburg, VA from Philadelphia, PA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA is May.

You have options as you can travel from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Petersburg, VA

Philadelphia

Petersburg

The major train station for departures in Philadelphia is 30th Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at 30th Street Station for your trip from Philadelphia to Petersburg.

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