How much is the train ticket from Petersburg to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Washington start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Petersburg to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Petersburg to Washington is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 117 miles (188 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Petersburg to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Petersburg to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Petersburg to Washington at 3:53am. And the latest train departs at 3:44pm.

Train Petersburg to Washington from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:30pm	Petersburg, VA	3h 11m	5:41pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	6:45am	Petersburg, VA	2h 59m	9:44am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Petersburg, VA	2h 59m	9:44am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 16m	10:56am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 16m	10:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:04pm	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	3:12pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 16m	10:56am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 16m	10:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:44pm	Petersburg, VA	3h 26m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:25am	Petersburg, VA	3h 3m	1:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:44pm	Petersburg, VA	3h 26m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:25am	Petersburg, VA	3h 3m	1:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:44pm	Petersburg, VA	3h 26m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:25am	Petersburg, VA	3h 3m	1:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:04pm	Petersburg, VA	3h 8m	3:12pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:25am	Petersburg, VA	3h 3m	1:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	3h 32m	7:25am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	3h 6m	10:46am	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $106	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $306	Average Duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $31

Amtrak Petersburg Washington recent customer reviews

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

Angeled F.

May 13, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Petersburg to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Washington start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Petersburg to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Petersburg to Washington is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 117 miles (188 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Petersburg to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Petersburg to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Petersburg to Washington at 3:53am. And the latest train departs at 3:44pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$39

12/12

$64

Today

$48

12/14

$64

12/15

$28

12/16

$28

12/17

$28

12/18

$28

The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $28

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 $28 to $662 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 $28 which is on 2025-12-15.