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7 trains operate daily from Petersburg to Philadelphia. The train trip from Petersburg to Philadelphia is usually about 5 hours and 58 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 224 mi (360 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 24m |
| Lowest price | £45.49 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 5 |
Overall score for trains from Petersburg to Philadelphia
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Even though I was late it felt pretty quick ,. Cons: Just have more available staff ready to answer question , at times I couldn’t get help until I walked around and found it. Tips: Bring your Id.
4.0
Pros: planty of leg room. Cons: the train ride was not the problam. it was the time. just kept changeing. i had to wait in petersburg for three hours. Tips: make sure you bring planty of food and something to keep you busy. couse they swich up on you at the last min in a heart beat.
In the last month, £57.23 was the average price of a train ticket from Petersburg to Philadelphia. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 11 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £41.24 more than that for a same-day booking.
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Philadelphia from Petersburg will be about £41.24 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
There are 5 train lines with service from Petersburg to Philadelphia. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 8h 10m | £127.25 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 5h 49m | £75.43 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 3 | 5h 40m | £78.69 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 6h 8m | £81.48 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 2 | 5h 50m | £90.86 |
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 Philadelphia every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £85.
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between Petersburg and Philadelphia, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 5 hours and 49 minutes.
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 3 daily train trips from Petersburg to Philadelphia, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Petersburg to Philadelphia is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Petersburg to Philadelphia start from £69 and the average train journey lasts about 5 hours and 50 minutes.
The distance between Petersburg and Philadelphia is approximately 224 miles, or 360 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 24 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 Philadelphia. 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 Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Petersburg at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Petersburg to Philadelphia.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Philadelphia to 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.
We may feel a little bit more than just brotherly love for Philadelphia, a city steeped in history and culture. Where else can you channel your inner Rocky Balboa on his epic run, and later enjoy an authentic Philly cheesesteak as a reward?
Philadelphia’s affordability (especially compared to other East Coast cities) is just one of many reasons it is among Wanderu’s best destinations for college students. Another reason is how much there is to do! Early American history takes precedence at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, while museums abound on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, sometimes called the most artistic mile in the city. Head to Reading Terminal Market to fuel up for a night hitting the bars, clubs, and live music joints that line South Street.
Philadelphia is a major hub for both Greyhound and Amtrak, and its 30th Street Station is one of the busiest stations in the country. The plentitude of ground travel and the nearby Philadelphia International Airport make this exciting city very easily accessible, even on a budget.
There is one train station in Petersburg.
Amtrak Station - 3516 South St
Image credit: Ben Schumin
Link to image attributionPhiladelphia has one train station.
30th St Station - 2955 Market St
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