The average train between Roanoke and Dover takes 22h 28m and the fastest train takes 20h 57m. There is at least one train per day from Roanoke to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run once daily between Roanoke and Dover. The earliest departure is at 9:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Roanoke is at 4:23 PM which arrives into Dover at 1:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 22h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day


24h 45m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


20h 57m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


24h 45m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


20h 57m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Roanoke to Dover? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to Dover. However, there are services departing from Roanoke station and arriving at Dover station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 28m.
Roanoke to Dover train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Roanoke station.
Roanoke to Dover train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Dover station.
Book your Roanoke to Dover train tickets online with Amtrak and MBTA.
The distance between Roanoke and Dover is 1,012.2 km. The road distance is 1,203 km.
You can take a train from Roanoke to Dover via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and Boston in around 20h 15m.