Train tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Petersburg

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Next departures for Charleston to Petersburg on November 21
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AmtrakTrain
Charleston Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Charleston Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Charleston Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Charleston Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Charleston Station
Petersburg, VANo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Petersburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 26mAverage Duration
335 milesDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$98 - $148Average Duration20h 15m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$56 - $257Average Duration6h 26m
49kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Petersburg by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/18
$76
11/19
$76
Today
$76
11/21
$76
11/22
$96
11/23
$96
11/24
No data
11/25
$76
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Petersburg was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $76

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

You can expect to pay from $76 to $759 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-11-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Petersburg?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Charleston, SC, US and Petersburg is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $101 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $56. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Petersburg, choose the train, as it will take you from Charleston, SC, US to Petersburg in about 6h 26m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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