Trains tickets from Roanoke to Washington (DC), US

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SunMay 25
from $39
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Roanoke
    Departure location: Roanoke Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Roanoke
    Departure location: Roanoke Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Roanoke
    Departure location: Roanoke Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Roanoke
    Departure location: Roanoke Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Roanoke to Washington.

Bus
Average Price$39 - $97Average Duration5h 15m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$23 - $104Average Duration5h 13m
29kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Roanoke to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 13mAverage Duration
$23Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Roanoke to Washington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$42
Average train trip duration5h 13m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:15am
Distance195 miles (314 km)
Latest train departure4:23pm

Roanoke to Washington Train

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

Best price found
05/18
$99
05/19
$65
Today
$39
05/21
$28
05/22
$28
05/23
$39
05/24
$28
05/25
$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Roanoke to Washington was searched and found on May 21, 2025 with a price of $28

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $123 for a train ticket from Roanoke to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-05-21.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Roanoke to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Washington you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Roanoke and Washington, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Roanoke to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Roanoke and Washington is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $42 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $23. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, choose the train, as it will take you from Roanoke to Washington in about 5h 13m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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