VA → NJ · about 390 miles
Roanoke to Newark train schedule
Amtrak runs 12 direct trains a week from Roanoke to Newark. The fastest takes 9 hours; the first train leaves at 8:38 AM and the last at 4:23 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 12
- Fastest trip
- 9h 00m
- First train
- 8:38 AM
- Last train
- 4:23 PM
6 of the 12 trains a week stop at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Timetable
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 | Stops | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:38 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 00m | Daily | Roanoke to Newark Liberty International Airport | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:35 AM | 6:57 PM | 9h 22m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Roanoke to Newark Liberty International Airport | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:23 PM | 4:45 AM +1 day | 12h 22m | Daily | Roanoke to Newark | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Roanoke Where you get off in Newark The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Roanoke
Where the train stops in Newark
Return trip: Newark to Roanoke
Questions
How long is the train from Roanoke to Newark?
The fastest direct train takes 9 hours; the typical trip is 9 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Roanoke to Newark?
The earliest departure is at 8:38 AM (Sat & Sun) and the last at 4:23 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Roanoke to Newark?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Roanoke?
Trains to Newark leave from Roanoke Amtrak station.
Does the train from Roanoke to Newark stop at Newark Liberty International Airport?
Yes, 6 of the 12 a week: at Newark Liberty International Airport.