Trains tickets from Boston, MA, US to Roanoke

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TodayJul 29
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Back Bay Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Roanoke.

Bus
Average Price$85 - $199Average Duration22h 20m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$78 - $486Average Duration13h 55m
85kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Boston to Roanoke

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
13h 55mAverage Duration
$78Cheapest ticket
85kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston, MA, US to Roanoke: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$147
Average train trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure6:35am
Distance577 miles (930 km)
Latest train departure8:28am

Boston to Roanoke Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/27
$468
07/28
$298
Today
$239
07/30
$184
07/31
$239
08/01
$298
08/02
$266
08/03
$139
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Roanoke was searched and found on Aug 3, 2025 with a price of $139

To 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 $139 to $593 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 $139 which is on 2025-08-03.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Roanoke is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Roanoke, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Boston and Roanoke compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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