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Cheap train tickets from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC. Traveling by train from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC usually takes 8 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 6 hours and 25 minutes.
- Distance
- 171 mi (275 km)
- Fastest train
- 6h 25m
- Lowest price
- NOK 817.00
- Trains per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC Train Schedule
There are several train options that can take you from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC was NOK 874.00. The further in advance you book your travels, the more likely it is you can find tickets at this price or lower.
Average train ticket prices from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC will cost between NOK 922 and NOK 988. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Prices as travel date approaches
You can score the best price on a train ticket from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC by booking on Wanderu in advance. Tickets are nearly always cheaper the further in advance you purchase them.
Which train should you take from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 8h 29m | NOK 938.60 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC
The distance between Petersburg, VA and Jacksonville, NC is approximately 171 miles, or 275 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 25 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.
Distance (mi)
171
Distance (km)
275
The earliest train departs Petersburg, VA at 10:25am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:35pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
First train
10:25am
Last train
3:35pm
Trains from Petersburg, VA to Jacksonville, NC are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Friday
Least crowded
Wednesday
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Petersburg, VA?
Main departure station: Amtrak Station - 3516 South St
There is one train station in Petersburg, VA.
All train stations in Petersburg, VA:
- Amtrak Station - 3516 South St
Where is the train station in Jacksonville, NC?
Main arrival station: Jacksonville, North Carolina
Jacksonville, NC has one train station.
All train stations in Jacksonville, NC:
- Jacksonville, North Carolina
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