IN → VA · about 499 miles

Waterloo to Petersburg train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Waterloo to Petersburg. The fastest takes 18 hours 18 minutes; the first train leaves at 9:18 PM and the last at 10:23 PM.

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Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
18h 18m
First train
9:18 PM
Last train
10:23 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Waterloo 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 Waterloo, IN to Petersburg, VA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
9:18 PM New4:41 PM +1 day19h 23mSunAmtrak
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10:23 PM4:41 PM +1 day18h 18mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Waterloo Where you get off in Petersburg The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Waterloo

Where the train stops in Petersburg

Return trip: Petersburg to Waterloo

Questions

How long is the train from Waterloo to Petersburg?

The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 18 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 18 minutes.

What time is the first train from Waterloo to Petersburg?

The earliest departure is at 9:18 PM (Sun) and the last at 10:23 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Waterloo to Petersburg?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Waterloo?

Trains to Petersburg leave from Waterloo Amtrak Station.