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How to get to Roanoke by train

Routes30
Trips per day44
train lines2
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About Roanoke

The idyllic city of Roanoke sits against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It's the site of the famous Appalachian Trail, George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, and Smith Mountain Lake. Fun and adventure are indeed the best things that Roanoke has to offer, especially if you start your visit at the iconic Roanoke Star, the largest man-made neon light that gets illuminated every night.

The Blue Ridge is one of Roanoke's major tourist attractions. Experience the Blue Ridge Day tour package to fully explore the area's history, heritage, culture, and entertainment. Make sure that your adventure includes The Crooked Road, Virginia Museum of Transportation, and Blue Ridge Institute and Museum, among others.

To enjoy Roanoke's nightlife, try doing the Downtown Roanoke Bar Crawl. That's how you get to enjoy exquisite craft beers from the city's finest breweries. If you want to shop, there's a wide selection of antiques and farmer's produce for sale in the Blue Ridge area.

Getting around Roanoke is easy with the Valley Metro bus line. This bus service covers not just the City of Roanoke but Vinton and Salem as well. There's also the Star Line Trolley that connects Downtown Roanoke and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. To travel to other exciting destinations, Amtrak trains and Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Wanda Coach buses provide service to cities including Richmond, Atlanta, and New York.

What train companies travel to Roanoke, Virginia?

Located in Virginia, Roanoke is accessible by train from 30 other cities. You can choose from 44 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Roanoke on Wanderu. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Roanoke are also available.

Train companies serving Roanoke

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak9720h 0m$182.63
Amtrak Northeast Regional386h 35m$93.68

  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.

  • The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Which train carrier has the best service to Roanoke?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Roanoke by train with Amtrak Northeast Regional giving them a 4.4 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Northeast Regional had the most comfortable train service to Roanoke taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Northeast Regional offers. They rate Amtrak Northeast Regional a 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Roanoke punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Roanoke, rating them a 4.2 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

$10.00 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Roanoke, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Roanoke. In the last month, trains from Lynchburg to Roanoke had the lowest average price at $13.00.

The main train station in Roanoke is 55 Norfolk Ave SW. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Roanoke.

The closest airport to Roanoke is Roanoke Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), it is located 4.2 miles from the city center of Roanoke.
Roanoke ranks number 8 among most popular train destinations in the region. It also ranks number 114 in United States. Roanoke ranks number 15 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Roanoke via train service. On average 48 direct daily train trips serve Roanoke.
The population of Roanoke is 99897. Roanoke ranks number 6 in terms of population in Virginia and number 174 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Roanoke range from $10 for a short trip to Roanoke, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Roanoke starts at , and a longer trip by train to Roanoke can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $20.
People who take the train to Roanoke are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Roanoke easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Roanoke is 55 Norfolk Ave SW, located just 0.2 miles away. Select 55 Norfolk Ave SW as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Roanoke. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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