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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Roanoke Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Roanoke Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Roanoke to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5739 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 1 448
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Roanoke to Albany, NY 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 Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Albany start from R 1 448. The average price for this train route is around R 2 875. 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 Albany?
The average train journey time from Roanoke to Albany is 17h 27m, covering a distance of 797 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Roanoke to Albany 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 Roanoke to Albany?
The earliest train from Roanoke to Albany 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.
The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Albany, NY was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 699To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Roanoke to Albany, NY as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 699 to R 8 611 for a train ticket from Roanoke to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 699, which is on 2026-01-20.
