The cheapest and fastest trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
7 h 43 m
Average duration
7 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 2 trains that leave 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA for Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA on Wed, May 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 510 km distance in an average of 7 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 43 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:57 AM7h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:40 PMRoanoke Station, Roanoke, VA$511One-way0 transfers
8:57 AM7h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA4:40 PMRoanoke Station, Roanoke, VA$871One-way0 transfers
9:57 AM7h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:40 PMRoanoke Station, Roanoke, VA$511One-way0 transfers
8:57 AM7h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA4:40 PMRoanoke Station, Roanoke, VA$871One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $421.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $467 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA costing on average $91 (€74).
A bus is $394 (€318) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA costing on average $467 (€378).
Other travel options to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 38m.
Bus takes on average 9h 12m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€74) compared to roughly $80 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.98 (€-8.87). The journey takes 7h 38m versus 5h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA trains for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
171 Northeast Regional | 2:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h55 | 10:13 PM Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:57 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h43 | 4:40 PM Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:57 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h43 | 5:40 PM Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:52, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 7h 39m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average train duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 39m |
First train 8:52 AM |
Last train 7:18 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA from $40 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Outside the station.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
- Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
- Cambria Hotel Downtown Roanoke
- Located near the platform
- The station consists of a single platform serving Amtrak's Northeast Regional line.
- Bus: Thruway bus connections available between Roanoke and Virginia Tech and Blacksburg
