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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Roanoke start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Roanoke?

The average train journey time from Washington to Roanoke is 5h 6m, covering a distance of 195 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 1m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Roanoke route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Roanoke departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 17:00.

Train Washington to Roanoke from £22 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Roanoke on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:00	Union Station	5h 13m	22:13	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:00	Union Station	5h 13m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Roanoke on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Union Station	5h 1m	13:16	Roanoke Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:15	Union Station	5h 1m	13:16	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Union Station	5h 13m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Union Station	5h 13m	22:13	Roanoke Station	No tags

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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 5 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 6mAverage duration

195 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£26 - £83	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £108	Average duration5h 6m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £24

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Roanoke?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Roanoke start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Roanoke?
The average train journey time from Washington to Roanoke is 5h 6m, covering a distance of 195 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Roanoke route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Roanoke?
The earliest train from Washington to Roanoke departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 17:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£22

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£22

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£22

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£22

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Roanoke was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

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

You can expect to pay from £22 to £86 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-13.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time6h 15m	Avg price£38	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 6m	Avg price£24	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US 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 £24 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £24. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Roanoke, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Roanoke in about 5h 6m – that's the fastest way to get there!