MA → VA · about 588 miles
Boston to Roanoke train schedule
Amtrak runs 5 direct trains a week from Boston to Roanoke starting November 16. The fastest takes 14 hours 1 minute; every train leaves at 8:12 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 5
- Fastest trip
- 14h 01m
- Leaves at
- 8:12 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Boston and arrives at Roanoke. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:12 AM | 10:13 PM | 14h 01m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Boston Where you get off in Roanoke The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Boston
Where the train stops in Roanoke
Return trip: Roanoke to Boston
Questions
How long is the train from Boston to Roanoke?
The fastest direct train takes 14 hours 1 minute; the typical trip is 14 hours 1 minute.
What time is the first train from Boston to Roanoke?
Every departure is at 8:12 AM (Mon–Fri).
Which rail companies go from Boston to Roanoke?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Boston?
Trains to Roanoke leave from Boston (South Station).