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Routes72
Trips per day242
train lines5
Stations1

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About 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.

What train companies travel to Petersburg, Virginia?

Located in Virginia, Petersburg is accessible by train from 72 other cities. You can choose from 242 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Petersburg on Wanderu. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Petersburg are also available..

Train companies serving Petersburg

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak1777h 45m€74.64
Amtrak Silver Service374h 19m€87.61
Amtrak Northeast Regional363h 54m€61.57
Amtrak Carolinian224h 12m€68.69
Amtrak Palmetto194h 7m€63.69
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

  • 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 boasts seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car.

  • 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.

Which train service has the best service to Petersburg?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Petersburg by train with Amtrak giving them a 5 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Silver Service had the most comfortable train service to Petersburg taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Silver Service offers. They rate Amtrak Silver Service a 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Petersburg punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Petersburg, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

€12.11 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Petersburg, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Petersburg. In the last month, trains from Ashland to Petersburg had the lowest average price at €18.93.

The main train station in Petersburg is Amtrak Station - 3516 South St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Petersburg.

Petersburg ranks number 12 among most popular train destinations in the region. It also ranks number 166 in United States. Petersburg ranks number 3 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Petersburg via train service. On average 171 direct daily train trips serve Petersburg.
The population of Petersburg is 32477. Petersburg ranks number 12 in terms of population in Virginia and number 299 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Petersburg range from €12 for a short trip to Petersburg, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Petersburg starts at , and a longer trip by train to Petersburg can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €17.
People who take the train to Petersburg are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Petersburg easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Petersburg is Amtrak Station - 3516 South St, located just 1.8 miles away. Select Amtrak Station - 3516 South St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Petersburg. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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