How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Philadelphia start from R 845. The average price for this train route is around R 1 042. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Roanoke to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Roanoke to Philadelphia is 7h 43m, covering a distance of 510 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 36m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Philadelphia 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 Roanoke to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Roanoke to Philadelphia departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 16:23.

Train Roanoke to Philadelphia from R 796 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	7h 54m	16:32	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	7h 54m	16:32	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	8h 37m	17:15	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	7h 54m	16:32	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	7h 54m	16:32	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	8h 23m	17:01	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Philadelphia on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	7h 43m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Roanoke Station	7h 40m	13:55	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Roanoke to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 7 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just R 845, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 43mAverage duration

510 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 006 - R 4 136	Average duration15h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 845 - R 5 015	Average duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 845

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Philadelphia start from R 845. The average price for this train route is around R 1 042. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Roanoke to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Roanoke to Philadelphia is 7h 43m, covering a distance of 510 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Philadelphia 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 Roanoke to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Roanoke to Philadelphia departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 16:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 2 197

11/12

R 3 044

Today

R 2 629

13/12

R 1 643

14/12

R 2 197

15/12

R 2 197

16/12

R 2 629

17/12

R 3 511

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 643

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 643 to R 5 050 for a train ticket from Roanoke to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 643, which is on 2025-12-13.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time15h	Avg priceR 1 386	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time7h 43m	Avg priceR 1 042	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Roanoke and Philadelphia, PA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 042 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 845. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Roanoke to Philadelphia, PA in about 7h 43m – that's the fastest way to get there!