How much is the train ticket from Petersburg to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Philadelphia start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $128. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Petersburg to Philadelphia is 6h 7m, covering a distance of 223 miles (360 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Petersburg to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Petersburg to Philadelphia from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Petersburg to Philadelphia on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:11pm	Petersburg, VA	5h 49m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	5h 24m	1:04pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	5h 55m	9:48am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	6h 50m	2:30pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	7:40am	Petersburg, VA	5h 24m	1:04pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:58 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

10h 50mAverage Duration

225 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $204	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $1,523	Average Duration6h 7m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $42

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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Philadelphia start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $128. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Petersburg to Philadelphia is 6h 7m, covering a distance of 223 miles (360 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Petersburg to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Petersburg to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Petersburg to Philadelphia 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

12/01

$97

12/02

$77

Today

$111

12/04

$77

12/05

$62

12/06

No data

12/07

No data

12/08

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The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $1,738 for a train ticket from Petersburg to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-05.