How much is the train ticket from Roanoke to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Roanoke to Washington start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 6:15am. And the latest train departs at 4:23pm.

Train Roanoke to Washington from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:20am	Roanoke Station	5h 9m	11:29am	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Roanoke Station	4h 58m	9:28pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:15am	Roanoke Station	5h 14m	11:29am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:38am	Roanoke Station	5h 13m	1:51pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Roanoke to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, 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 Price$39 - $136	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $116	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $31

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

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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 $31. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 6:15am. 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

12/09

$28

12/10

$48

Today

$77

12/12

No data

12/13

$28

12/14

$28

12/15

$28

12/16

$28

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 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, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $134 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 $28 which is on 2025-12-13.

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 Price$54	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 5m	Avg Price$31	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 $31 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $31. 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!