Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Petersburg, VA | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | South Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Petersburg, VA | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Petersburg to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 508, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 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 1 392
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Petersburg to Boston, MA, US 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 Petersburg to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Boston start from R 1 392. The average price for this train route is around R 5 308. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Petersburg to Boston?
The average train journey time from Petersburg to Boston is 15h 51m, covering a distance of 785 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Petersburg to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 21 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Petersburg to Boston?
The earliest train from Petersburg to Boston departs at 02:53. And the latest train departs at 15:44.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 236To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Petersburg to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 236 to R 12 280 for a train ticket from Petersburg to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 236, which is on 2025-12-18.
