NC → VA · about 171 miles

Fayetteville to Petersburg train schedule

Amtrak runs 13 direct trains a week from Fayetteville to Petersburg. The fastest takes 2 hours 53 minutes; the first train leaves at 12:22 PM and the last at 11:57 PM.

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Trains a week
13
Fastest trip
2h 53m
First train
12:22 PM
Last train
11:57 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Fayetteville Amtrak Station and arrives at Petersburg Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.

Direct trains from Fayetteville, NC to Petersburg, VA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
12:22 PM3:41 PM3h 19mDailyAmtrak
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11:57 PM2:50 AM +1 day2h 53mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Fayetteville Where you get off in Petersburg The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: Petersburg to Fayetteville

Questions

How long is the train from Fayetteville to Petersburg?

The fastest direct train takes 2 hours 53 minutes; the typical trip is 2 hours 53 minutes.

What time is the first train from Fayetteville to Petersburg?

The earliest departure is at 12:22 PM (Daily) and the last at 11:57 PM (Daily except Sat).

Which rail companies go from Fayetteville to Petersburg?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Fayetteville?

Trains to Petersburg leave from Fayetteville Amtrak Station.