The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA
Cheapest price
$358
Average price
$358
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE to 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, DE to Roanoke, VA will cost around $358 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $358.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for Roanoke, VA on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 471 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h 23 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, DE to Roanoke, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $250.
Distance: 292 miles (471 km)
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7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:06 AM Wilmington, DE | 7h10 | 1:16 PM Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Wilmington, DE | 7h23 | 10:06 PM Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA
Trains from Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (471 km) distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 292 miles (471 km) |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 19m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 16:23 |
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Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Roanoke, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington, DE and Roanoke, VA from $49 (€40). 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, DE to Roanoke, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to 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, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, DE to 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
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