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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Penn Station | Roanoke Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Roanoke Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Roanoke Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Roanoke Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Roanoke
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 9 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just R 988, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 988
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Roanoke?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Roanoke start from R 988. The average price for this train route is around R 3 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Roanoke?
The average train journey time from Newark to Roanoke is 9h 11m, covering a distance of 631 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark 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 Newark to Roanoke?
The earliest train from Newark to Roanoke departs at 04:26. And the latest train departs at 13:17.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Roanoke was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 557To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Roanoke as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 557 to R 7 819 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 557, which is on 2025-12-18.
