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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Roanoke Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Roanoke Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Roanoke
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 17 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 872, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5655 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 1 872
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Roanoke 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 Albany to Roanoke?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Roanoke start from R 1 872. The average price for this train route is around R 4 808. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Roanoke?
The average train journey time from Albany to Roanoke is 17h 36m, covering a distance of 797 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany 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 Albany to Roanoke?
The earliest train from Albany to Roanoke departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 19:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Roanoke was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 960To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Roanoke as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 960 to R 7 238 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 960, which is on 2025-12-23.
