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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Petersburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Petersburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Petersburg start from £69. The average price for this train route is around £180. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Petersburg?
The average train journey time from Newark to Petersburg is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 298 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Petersburg?
The earliest train from Newark to Petersburg departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 23:42.
Which is the best train operator from Newark to Petersburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Petersburg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Newark to Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Petersburg was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Petersburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £152 to £728 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £162, which is on 2025-12-01.
