How much does a cheap train ticket from Petersburg to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Petersburg to Washington is R 731. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Petersburg to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Petersburg to Washington?

A train trip between Petersburg and Washington is around 3h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Petersburg and Washington?

The number of trains from Petersburg to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Petersburg to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Petersburg to Washington?

When taking the train from Petersburg to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Petersburg to Washington from R 492 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Petersburg to Washington on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:25	Petersburg, VA	3h 12m	17:37	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:04	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	15:12	Union Station	Fastest
Train	12:04	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:11	Petersburg, VA	3h 20m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:11	Petersburg, VA	3h 20m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:25	Petersburg, VA	3h 12m	17:37	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:44	Petersburg, VA	3h 26m	19:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:44	Petersburg, VA	3h 26m	19:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Petersburg to Washington on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:25	Petersburg, VA	2h 58m	13:23	Union Station	Fastest
Train	03:53	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	03:53	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:25	Petersburg, VA	2h 58m	13:23	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:04	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:04	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Petersburg to Washington on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:30	Petersburg, VA	3h 11m	17:41	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Petersburg, VA	2h 59m	09:44	Union Station	Fastest
Train	03:53	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	03:53	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Petersburg, VA	2h 59m	09:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Petersburg, VA	3h 16m	10:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:40	Petersburg, VA	3h 16m	10:56	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:04	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:34 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Petersburg to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 548, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 55mAverage duration

189 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 548 - R 1 654	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 531 - R 2 021	Average duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 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 531

Amtrak Petersburg Washington recent customer reviews

Didn’t enjoy the way the train time kept changing.

Angeled F.

13 May 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions on the trip Petersburg - Washington, DC, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Petersburg to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from Petersburg to Washington is R 731. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Petersburg to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Petersburg to Washington?
A train trip between Petersburg and Washington is around 3h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Petersburg and Washington?
The number of trains from Petersburg to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Petersburg to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Petersburg to Washington?
When taking the train from Petersburg to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 with a price of R 492

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 492 to R 5 777 for a train ticket from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 492, which is on 2025-11-13.