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Trip Summary

7 trains operate daily from Alexandria to Petersburg. The train trip from Alexandria to Petersburg is usually about 2 hours and 40 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 31 minutes.

Distance111 mi (178 km)
Fastest train2h 31m
Lowest price$23.00
Trains per day7
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines4

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Alexandria to Petersburg

(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)

4.3

4.0

Donald

October 6, 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Silver Service

Pros: Comfortable and productive. Cons: Cafe car was short of popular food items. One of the bathrooms needed attention. Tips: Would have been nice to know in advance that the DC metro Blue & Yellow li rs were not running, requiring extra time to get to Alexandria Station.

4.0

Donald

March 16, 2022- Business

Amtrak Silver Service

Pros: Comfortable and relaxed way to travel. Productive for business. Alexandria and Petersburg are convenient stations. Cons: Being late to arrive at Petersburg was somewhat inconvenient.

What is the price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Petersburg?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Alexandria to Petersburg was $41.41. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Petersburg if you book your train tickets at least 28 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $20.16.

Average prices by travel date

$60$40$20MarApr

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Petersburg will cost between $32 and $60. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Monthly average prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during September. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Alexandria to Petersburg, with the average price at just $37. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to $63. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

$75$60$45$30$153020100

Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Alexandria to Petersburg. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around $20.16. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Alexandria to Petersburg?

There are 4 train lines with service from Alexandria to Petersburg. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Carolinian12h 45m$54.38
Amtrak Northeast Regional32h 45m$36.17
Amtrak Palmetto12h 33m$46.65
Amtrak Silver Service22h 35m$63.42
  • 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 Alexandria 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 , and the trip usually lasts around 2 hours and 45 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 Alexandria to Petersburg, 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 Alexandria 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 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 Alexandria to Petersburg start from $41 and the average train journey lasts about 2 hours and 35 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Alexandria and Petersburg is approximately 111 miles, or 178 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 31 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Alexandria to Petersburg on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Alexandria at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 Alexandria to Petersburg.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Petersburg to Alexandria.

City Information

Alexandria

Alexandria is a charming, historic city in Virginia, located just a few miles south of Washington, D.C., on the Potomac River. Alexandria's Old Town entrances visitors with its preserved brick sidewalks and 18th-century homes and buildings; you'll feel transported to the era of the city's founding in 1749. This quarter, especially along King Street, features boutiques, restaurants, and antique shops in quaint, intimate settings.

Thanks to its vicinity to the capital, Alexandria boasts a unique food scene with many high-class restaurants for you to enjoy. The most popular local establishments include The Warehouse, Chart House, and Chadwicks. You can even dine in Gadsby's Tavern, a favorite of some of the nation's founders in the 1780s, and learn more about early American life in the adjacent Gadsby's Tavern Museum.

Washington, D.C. and all its travel connections are only a water taxi away, but the city is also well-served by transportation options directly out of Alexandria. Intercity Amtrak routes regularly arrive at Alexandria Union Station, including the Northeast Regional, Silver Service, Crescent, Cardinal, and Carolinian. The two nearest airports to the city are the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and the Washington Dulles International Airport.

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 Alexandria?

Main departure station: 110 Callahan Dr

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 7 stops and stations in Alexandria where you can board the train.

All train stations in Alexandria:

  • 110 Callahan Dr

  • VRE Station - 10399 Premier Ct

  • 9431 West St

  • 55 Norfolk Ave SW

  • Train Station - 810 W Main St

  • 111 South Commerce St

  • 825 Kemper St

Where is the train station 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

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