The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE for Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA on Mon, Mar 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 34 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $415.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $415 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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151 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 7h20 | 4:40 PM Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional | 5:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 8h11 | 2:06 AM Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:20, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 19m |
First train 10:20 |
Last train 19:39 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE and Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA from $38 (€31). 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
- La Fia Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel du Pont
- Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for Amtrak and SEPTA services
- Bus: Several DART First State bus lines available
- Amtrak: Northeast Corridor services
- SEPTA: Wilmington/Newark Line
- 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
