How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Roanoke start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £37. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Roanoke is 7h 43m, covering a distance of 317 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Roanoke route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Roanoke departs at 04:57. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Train Philadelphia to Roanoke from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 48m	22:06	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 48m	22:06	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:21	30th Street Station	7h 45m	22:06	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:21	30th Street Station	7h 45m	22:06	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	13:33	30th Street Station	8h 33m	22:06	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:57	30th Street Station	7h 43m	12:40	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	14:18	30th Street Station	7h 55m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Roanoke

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 7 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 43mAverage duration

317 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£37 - £119	Average duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £182	Average duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 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 £29

Amtrak Philadelphia Roanoke recent customer reviews

The Philadelphia station was in a great location. Not too far from my hotel and an easy pickup/delivery for my Uber. And the trip from Roanoke wasn’t as long as I thought it might be. And with the train the bad weather doesn’t really matter.

Philip L.

14 December 2025

Relaxing and comfortable

Dahlia T.

7 June 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Roanoke start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £37. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Roanoke is 7h 43m, covering a distance of 317 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Roanoke route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Roanoke departs at 04:57. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/01

£58

29/01

£95

Today

£35

31/01

£58

01/02

£27

02/02

£35

03/02

£35

04/02

£27

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of £27

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

You can expect to pay from £27 to £194 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2026-02-01.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time15h 35m	Avg price£49	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time7h 43m	Avg price£37	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Roanoke is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £37 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £29. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Roanoke, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke in about 7h 43m – that's the fastest way to get there!