4.0
Pros: Able to stop at other vities. Cons: Richmond bus terminal bathroom horrible rather pee in the street and I’m a women. Tips: Don’t use the bathroom at Richmond port.
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There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Petersburg to New York.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceDKK 510.39 | Avg. PriceDKK 724.48 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips5 | Daily Trips5 |
Duration | Duration13h 24m | Duration7h 53m |
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Petersburg to New York. Traveling by bus from Petersburg to New York usually takes around 13 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 302 mi (486 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 35m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 319.42 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Petersburg to New York
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: Able to stop at other vities. Cons: Richmond bus terminal bathroom horrible rather pee in the street and I’m a women. Tips: Don’t use the bathroom at Richmond port.
Bus tickets for a trip from Petersburg to New York cost DKK 482.71 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Petersburg to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from DKK 320 to DKK 856. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on January 28, 2026.
If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at DKK 492.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 24 days in advance to save up to DKK 246.95.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Petersburg to New York. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 8 | 13h 41m | DKK 816.64 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 8 bus trips from Petersburg to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 13 hours and 41 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from DKK 319.
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 302 miles from Petersburg to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Petersburg to New York for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Petersburg to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Petersburg to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Petersburg to New York; ticket prices start at DKK 249.25.
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.



New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
Most buses depart from the main station in Petersburg.
100 W Washington St
Buses arrive in New York at 8 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
7-11 - Jd Foods
New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
GW Bridge Bus Station
Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St
47 Chrystie St
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