Washington to Roanoke by train
Roanoke lies 312 km (194 mi) south-west of Washington, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 13 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 380 km (236 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Washington | Roanoke | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 689,545 | 100,011 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 296 m (971 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Washington Union Station, Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station, New Jersey Avenue Station | Roanoke, Virginian Railway Passenger Station, Norfolk and Western Railway Freight Station |
| Postal codes | 20001–56972 | 24001–24050 |
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Common questions
How far is Roanoke from Washington?
312 km (194 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Washington; by road roughly 380 km (236 mi).
How long does it take to get from Washington to Roanoke by train?
About 4 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Washington and Roanoke?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.