The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
7 h 6 m
Average duration
9 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL without transferring at least once.
6092 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian3:00 PM7h13St. Petersburg, FL10:13 PMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$641One-way1 transfer
6098 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian8:45 AM13h28St. Petersburg, FL10:13 PMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$641One-way1 transfer
6098 AMTRAK · 98 Silver Meteor8:45 AM7h06St. Petersburg, FL3:51 PMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$1001One-way1 transfer
6098 AMTRAK · 98 Silver Meteor8:45 AM7h06St. Petersburg, FL3:51 PMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$1001One-way1 transfer
6092 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian3:00 PM7h13St. Petersburg, FL10:13 PMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$641One-way1 transfer
6098 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian8:45 AM13h28St. Petersburg, FL10:13 PMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $237.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $406 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL:
A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $77 (€61).
A train is $338 (€270) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $406 (€324).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 9m.
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€54) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.11 (€-18.43). The journey takes 6h 9m versus 3h 36m 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
St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL trains for today, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6092 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian | 3:00 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 7h13 | 10:13 PM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 9 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 7h06 | 7:51 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 13h28 | 3:13 AM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 6:58 AM |
Last train 3:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Petersburg, FL and Jacksonville, FL from $36 (€29). 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Petersburg, FL to Jacksonville, FL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
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