How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Washington start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Roanoke to Washington?

The average train trip from Roanoke to Washington takes 5h 13m and covers 314 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Roanoke to Washington?

The earliest train from Roanoke to Washington departs at 8:38am. The latest train departs at 4:23pm.

Train Roanoke to Washington from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on April 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Roanoke to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 13mAverage Duration

314 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $93	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $165	Average Duration5h 13m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $33

Amtrak Roanoke Washington recent customer reviews

Very clean and very punctual, I feel convenient and fast, and the service attitude of the train crew is very good! very happy journey

Manli H.

August 28, 2023

clean bathroom

Tenaya H.

May 1, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Washington start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Roanoke to Washington?
The average train trip from Roanoke to Washington takes 5h 13m and covers 314 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Roanoke to Washington?
The earliest train from Roanoke to Washington departs at 8:38am. The latest train departs at 4:23pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-05

$142

04-06

$123

Today

$56

04-08

$56

04-09

$93

04-10

$110

04-11

$56

04-12

$93

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $56 to $192 for a train ticket from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2026-04-08.

What's the cheapest way to go from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time10h 30m	Avg Price$75	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time5h 13m	Avg Price$44	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Roanoke and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $44 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $33. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US in about 5h 13m —that's the fastest way to get there!