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Petersburg to Lakeland train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Petersburg to Lakeland. The fastest takes 18 hours 55 minutes; every train leaves at 4:43 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 18h 55m
- Leaves at
- 4:43 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Petersburg Amtrak Station and arrives at Lakeland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:43 PM | 11:38 AM +1 day | 18h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Petersburg Where you get off in Lakeland The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Petersburg
Where the train stops in Lakeland
Return trip: Lakeland to Petersburg
Questions
How long is the train from Petersburg to Lakeland?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first train from Petersburg to Lakeland?
Every departure is at 4:43 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Petersburg to Lakeland?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Petersburg?
Trains to Lakeland leave from Petersburg Amtrak Station.