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

The average train ticket price from Washington to Petersburg is R 903. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Petersburg 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 Washington to Petersburg?

A train trip between Washington and Petersburg is around 2h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Washington and Petersburg?

The number of trains from Washington to Petersburg 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 Washington to Petersburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Petersburg?

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

Train Washington to Petersburg from R 497 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Petersburg on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:00	Union Station	2h 53m	18:53	Petersburg, VA	Cheapest
09:59	Union Station	2h 52m	12:51	Petersburg, VA	Fastest
09:59	Union Station	2h 52m	12:51	Petersburg, VA	No tags
11:08	Union Station	3h 3m	14:11	Petersburg, VA	No tags
11:08	Union Station	3h 3m	14:11	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Petersburg on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15	Union Station	3h 1m	15:16	Petersburg, VA	Cheapest
09:59	Union Station	2h 52m	12:51	Petersburg, VA	Fastest
09:59	Union Station	2h 52m	12:51	Petersburg, VA	No tags
11:08	Union Station	3h 3m	14:11	Petersburg, VA	No tags
11:08	Union Station	3h 3m	14:11	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:02 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Petersburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 518, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 50mAverage duration

198 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 518 - R 1 112	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 536 - R 2 500	Average duration2h 57m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 569 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5569 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 536

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

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Petersburg cost?
The average train ticket price from Washington to Petersburg is R 903. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Petersburg 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 Washington to Petersburg?
A train trip between Washington and Petersburg is around 2h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Washington and Petersburg?
The number of trains from Washington to Petersburg 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 Washington to Petersburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Washington to Petersburg?
When taking the train from Washington to Petersburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/11

R 692

06/11

R 692

Today

R 497

08/11

R 497

09/11

R 497

10/11

R 497

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R 497

12/11

R 497

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of R 497

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

You can expect to pay from R 497 to R 11 742 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 497, which is on 2025-11-08.

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