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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Roanoke Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Roanoke Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Roanoke Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Roanoke Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Roanoke Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Roanoke
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 14 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 1 366, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5778 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 366
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US 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 Boston to Roanoke?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Roanoke start from R 1 366. The average price for this train route is around R 2 564. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Roanoke?
The average train journey time from Boston to Roanoke is 14h 1m, covering a distance of 931 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Roanoke route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Roanoke?
The earliest train from Boston to Roanoke departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 08:28.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Roanoke was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 3 475To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Roanoke as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 475 to R 8 810 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 230, which is on 2026-03-30.
