Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Petersburg to West Windsor Township. Traveling by train from Petersburg to West Windsor Township usually takes around 7 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 6 hours and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 260 mi (418 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 13m |
| Lowest price | £62.16 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Petersburg to West Windsor Township?
2 train services operate from Petersburg to West Windsor Township. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 8h 14m | £179.51 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 1 | 6h 28m | £123.18 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Petersburg to West Windsor Township every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £151.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 1 daily train trips from Petersburg to West Windsor Township, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Petersburg and West Windsor Township is approximately 260 miles, or 418 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 13 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Petersburg to West Windsor Township. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Petersburg at 11:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Petersburg twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to West Windsor Township faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from West Windsor Township to Petersburg.
City Information
Petersburg
Petersburg has a population of 30,791 people and is a suburb of Richmond. There are numerous parks in Petersburg, perfect for the families who live there and visitors looking for some time outdoors.
Petersburg National Battle Park is one of the must-see destinations, with guided tours through the park complete with stories and facts about the area's history. The tour guide will drive you through the park, making stops to tell the tales of what happened at that specific stop. You can also walk through the park yourself or swing by the museum for more info.
Most locals take buses from Charlotte to Petersburg, but bus lines are also available from San Marcos, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Amtrak also has several lines to the city, including the Silver Service, Northeast Regional, Carolinian, and Palmetto, which come to Petersburg from cities such as Richmond, Washington D.C., Lincoln, and Philadelphia.
West Windsor Township
West Windsor is a township (not big enough to be a city, too big to be a village) in Mercer County, New Jersey. The close-knit community gets plenty of traffic from golfers heading to the Mercer Oaks Golf Course, a massive area comprising 18 holes, 7,000 yards of course, and a par of 72. Just east of Mercer Oaks is Cranbury Golf, founded in 1964 with six par 3s.
But there’s plenty more to West Windsor than golfing. Duck Pond Park has tennis, basketball, and, of course, a duck pond. The West Windsor Community park offers 123 acres of trails, dog parks, and sports fields. Zaitz Woods Nature Preserve is the best spot in the city for easy trails and bird watching. Visit Van Nest Park to see the Martian Landing Site Marker, a 7.5 foot bronze marker noting where Martians first touched down on Earth (in H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds).
When you’re ready to head indoors, swing by the AR Workshop West Windsor for wine and wood painting classes. Food-wise, local favorites include Aljon's Pizza & Restaurant, Classico Tomato Pies, Seasons 52, and many more. Head to the Windsor Plaza outdoor mall for shopping and to grab a burger or some sushi.
The closest airport is the Greater Binghamton Airport, about 20 miles outside of town. OurBus provides service to the area, mostly servicing the route from Ithaca to West Windsor. Amtrak has extensive coverage in and around the town, with routes from Philadelphia, New York, Trenton, and Atlantic City.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Petersburg?
Main departure station: Amtrak Station - 3516 South St
There is one train station in Petersburg.
All train stations in Petersburg:
Amtrak Station - 3516 South St
Where is the train station in West Windsor Township?
Main arrival station: 2 Wallace Cir
West Windsor Township has one train station.
Train stations in West Windsor Township:
2 Wallace Cir
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from West Windsor Township to Petersburg?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more