Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Petersburg

There are several train options that can take you from Washington to Petersburg:

• Amtrak Northeast Regional: 2 daily trains from $21
• Amtrak Carolinian: 1 daily train from $28
• Amtrak Palmetto: 1 daily train from $28
• Amtrak Silver Service: 1 daily train from $64
• Amtrak Floridian: 1 daily train from $39
• Amtrak: 1 daily train from $28

What train companies travel from Washington to Petersburg?

There are multiple trains that travel from Washington to Petersburg, including Amtrak Northeast Regional, Amtrak Carolinian, Amtrak Palmetto, Amtrak Silver Service. Here is what you should know about the 6 most popular train lines:

• Amtrak Northeast Regional

  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 2 daily train trips from Washington, DC to Petersburg, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

• Amtrak Carolinian

  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 Washington, DC and Petersburg, 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 $69.31, and the trip usually lasts around 2 hours and 54 minutes.

• Amtrak Palmetto

  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 Washington, DC to Petersburg 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 $65.10 on the Palmetto.

• Amtrak Silver Service

  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 Washington, DC to Petersburg start from $64 and the average train journey lasts about 2 hours and 57 minutes.

• Amtrak Floridian

  Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Washington DC to Petersburg start from $39, and on average cost $63.27. Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Petersburg. Amtrak Floridian in Washington, DC leaves from Union Station. And in Petersburg trains arrive at Amtrak Station - 3516 South St.

  From Washington DC to Petersburg train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 2 hours and 53 minutes.

  If you are looking to travel to Petersburg on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost $39 for a one-way weekend reservation from Washington, DC.

City Information

Washington, DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.

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.

Station Information

Where does the train leave from in Washington?

Main departure station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

All train stations in Washington:

• Union Station

Where does the train arrive in Petersburg?

Main arrival station: Amtrak Station - 3516 South St

Petersburg has one train station.

All train stations in Petersburg:

• Amtrak Station - 3516 South St