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Northeast Regional

Boston, MA → Roanoke, VA · 700 miles · Varies by segment

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Distance

700 miles

Journey time

Varies by segment

Frequency

Dozens of daily departures

Top speed

125 mph

States served

10

About the Northeast Regional

The workhorse of American rail. Northeast Regional runs the same spine as Acela but stops more often, costs far less, and now reaches deep into Virginia — Richmond, Newport News, Norfolk and Roanoke.

What makes this route worth taking

  • The best value on the Northeast Corridor
  • Café car on every train
  • Bike racks on most departures
  • Extends to Virginia and Springfield, MA
  • Business Class upgrade often under $40

Agent's tip

Saver fares sell out first. Call early and we will lock the lowest available bucket before it clears.

Classes of service on this route

The Northeast Regional operates with Amfleet I / Airo trainsets. Available accommodation:

Coach Business Class

This is a daytime service without sleeping accommodation. Business Class, where offered, adds seat pitch, a quieter car and usually a complimentary beverage — and on many corridor services the upgrade costs less than $40.

States and provinces served

Stations along the route

#Station
1Boston
2Providence
3New London
4New Haven
5Stamford
6New York Penn Station
7Trenton
8Philadelphia
9Wilmington
10Baltimore
11Washington DC
12Alexandria
13Richmond
14Norfolk
15Roanoke

Station lists reflect the principal calling pattern. Individual departures may omit stops or add seasonal calls. Schedules, equipment and station stops are set by the carrier and change without notice — confirm current details with your agent at the time of booking.

Booking the Northeast Regional

Fares on this route move in buckets and only ever step upward, so the cheapest time to book is the moment your dates are firm. Our agents check the live reservation system, test alternative fare constructions, apply every discount you qualify for and — where the view matters — note your preferred side of the train on the reservation.

Call +1 (888) 821-4679 and describe the trip. Most bookings are confirmed inside five minutes.

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