How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Washington start from R 376. The average price for this train route is around R 494. 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 Washington?

The average train journey time from Roanoke to Washington is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Washington 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 Washington?

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

Train Roanoke to Washington from R 344 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	13:51	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	13:51	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	13:51	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:38	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	13:51	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Roanoke to Washington on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	15:15	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:23	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	21:28	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 376, 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 priceR 697 - R 1 670	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 376 - R 1 881	Average duration5h 13m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 376

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.

28 August 2023

clean bathroom

Tenaya H.

1 May 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 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Washington start from R 376. The average price for this train route is around R 494. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Roanoke to Washington is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train from Roanoke to Washington 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.

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R 638

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R 458

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R 344

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R 344

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 344

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 R 344 to R 1 831 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 R 344, which is on 2026-01-28.

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 time5h 45m	Avg priceR 869	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 13m	Avg priceR 494	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 R 494 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 376. 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!