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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | Petersburg, VA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Jacksonville Amtrak Station | Petersburg, VA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville to Petersburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 545, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5651 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 357
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL to Petersburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Jacksonville to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Petersburg start from R 2 357. The average price for this train route is around R 2 839. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Petersburg?
The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Petersburg is 13h 29m, covering a distance of 862 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Jacksonville to Petersburg?
The earliest train from Jacksonville to Petersburg departs at 17:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Petersburg was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 257To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Jacksonville, FL to Petersburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 257 to R 26 599 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 257, which is on 2025-12-19.
