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Compare train and flight for Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €253.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €348 Average price | €51 Average price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, VA
Trains from Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:09, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 09:09 |
Last train 18:00 |
FAQs: Trains from Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Roanoke, VA to Gainesville, VA
- 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
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