How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Petersburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Petersburg start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $157. 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 Wilmington to Petersburg?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Petersburg is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 200 miles (323 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Wilmington to Petersburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Petersburg at 4:45am. And the latest train departs at 5:01pm.

What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Petersburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Petersburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Wilmington to Petersburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Petersburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Wilmington to Petersburg from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Wilmington to Petersburg on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:07am	Wilmington Station	6h 29m	4:36pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:29am	Wilmington Station	6h 7m	4:36pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
	Train	12:24pm	Wilmington Station	5h 3m	5:27pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
	Train	3:50pm	Wilmington Station	5h 1m	8:51pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
	Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	5h 39m	10:21pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Petersburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 25mAverage Duration

192 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $148	Average Duration7h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $701	Average Duration5h 34m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,657 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Petersburg 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 Wilmington to Petersburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Petersburg start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $157. 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 Wilmington to Petersburg?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Petersburg is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 200 miles (323 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wilmington to Petersburg?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Petersburg at 4:45am. And the latest train departs at 5:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Petersburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Petersburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Wilmington to Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.