How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Washington start from CN¥160. The average price for this train route is around CN¥160. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Roanoke to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Roanoke to Washington is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Roanoke to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Roanoke to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Roanoke to Washington at 8:38am. And the latest train departs at 4:23pm.

Train Roanoke to Washington from CN¥146 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on June 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:35am	Roanoke Station	5h 20m	2:55pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:23pm	Roanoke Station	5h 5m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:37 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just CN¥160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

195 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCN¥300 - CN¥597	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCN¥160 - CN¥475	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,826 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5826 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CN¥160

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.

August 28, 2023

clean bathroom

Tenaya H.

May 1, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 CN¥160. The average price for this train route is around CN¥160. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Roanoke to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Roanoke to Washington is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Roanoke to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Roanoke to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Roanoke to Washington at 8:38am. And the latest train departs at 4:23pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/14

CN¥333

06/15

CN¥146

Today

CN¥194

06/17

CN¥271

06/18

CN¥333

06/19

CN¥333

06/20

CN¥194

06/21

CN¥451

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of CN¥146

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 CN¥146 to CN¥853 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 CN¥194 which is on 2026-06-20.

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 PriceCN¥362	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 5m	Avg PriceCN¥160	Daily Departures1

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 CN¥160 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CN¥160. 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 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!