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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

5

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.

Amtrak
07:30AM5h21
Philadelphia, PA
12:51PMPetersburg, VA
$1401One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
08:36AM5h35
Philadelphia, PA
02:11PMPetersburg, VA
$1401One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
09:46AM5h30
Philadelphia, PA
03:16PMPetersburg, VA
$2671One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
12:01PM5h26
Philadelphia, PA
05:27PMPetersburg, VA
$2671One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
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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€104

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€73

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6h 0m

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5h 30m

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6h 10m

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5h 40m

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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
8
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
5h 16m
First train
03:53
Last train
17:00
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)

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

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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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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
16
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Bridgewater's Pub
  • The Porch at 30th Street Station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
  • Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
  • The Study at University City
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
  • Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
  • Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
Public transit options for 30th Street Station
  • SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
  • Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
  • Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Petersburg is Petersburg Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Petersburg Station for your journey to Petersburg from Philadelphia.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available on-site with designated spaces for Amtrak passengers.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free for passengers
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station has a single-level plan with a waiting area, ticket office, and platforms.
Public transit options for Petersburg Station
  • Bus: Petersburg Area Transit (PAT) services available
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