FL → VA · about 786 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Petersburg train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Petersburg. The fastest takes 19 hours 5 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:45 AM and the last at 11:43 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 19h 05m
- First train
- 7:45 AM
- Last train
- 11:43 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Fort Lauderdale 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.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM | 2:50 AM +1 day | 19h 05m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:43 AM | 12:02 PM +1 day | 24h 19m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale Where you get off in Petersburg The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Fort Lauderdale
Where the train stops in Petersburg
Return trip: Petersburg to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the train from Fort Lauderdale to Petersburg?
The fastest direct train takes 19 hours 5 minutes; the typical trip is 19 hours 5 minutes.
What time is the first train from Fort Lauderdale to Petersburg?
The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM (Daily except Sat) and the last at 11:43 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Petersburg?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Fort Lauderdale?
Trains to Petersburg leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.