The cheapest and fastest trains from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Cheapest price
$260
Average price
$260
Fastest journey
9 h 58 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ will cost around $260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $260.
It's difficult to get from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €163.
Distance: 369 miles (594 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€169 Average price | €261 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest |
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:15 AM Roanoke, VA | 8h50 | 3:05 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Trains from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 8h 32m.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average train duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 32m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 16:23 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Roanoke, VA and New Brunswick, NJ from $60 (€48). 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 Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ 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 New Brunswick, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Roanoke, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several lots and garages in the vicinity.
- Old Man Rafferty's
- The Frog and The Peach
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- The Heldrich Hotel
- Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
- Rutgers University Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 810, 811, 814, 815, 818
- Suburban Transit/Coach USA
- Greyhound Lines
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