Richmond and Petersburg Railroad
Early Virginia railroad company, later merged into Atlantic Coast Line system.
Last updated August 25, 2026
Overview
The Richmond and Petersburg Railroad, chartered in 1836, was one of the earliest railroads in Virginia, connecting Richmond and Petersburg. It later became part of the Atlantic Coast Line system and eventually merged into CSX Transportation in the 20th century.
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