NJ → VA · about 390 miles
Newark to Roanoke train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Newark to Roanoke. The fastest takes 8 hours 54 minutes; the first train leaves at 12:57 PM and the last at 1:12 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 8h 54m
- First train
- 12:57 PM
- Last train
- 1:12 PM
Every train on this route stops at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Timetable
Every train leaves from Newark 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:57 PM | 10:13 PM | 9h 16m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:07 PM | 10:06 PM | 8h 59m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:12 PM | 10:06 PM | 8h 54m | Sat & Sun from Nov 22 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Newark Where you get off in Roanoke The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Newark
Where the train stops in Roanoke
Return trip: Roanoke to Newark
Questions
How long is the train from Newark to Roanoke?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 54 minutes; the typical trip is 8 hours 59 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newark to Roanoke?
The earliest departure is at 12:57 PM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 1:12 PM (Sun).
Which rail companies go from Newark to Roanoke?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newark?
Trains to Roanoke leave from Newark (Amtrak).
Does the train from Newark to Roanoke stop at Newark Liberty International Airport?
Yes, every one: at Newark Liberty International Airport.