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Amtrak (Daily Service)
To purchase a ticket through Amtrak's website, enter Blacksburg as the origin/destination station. Your rail ticket will include a Smart Way bus ticket to/from the Roanoke train station to/from the Smart Way bus stop on Alumni Mall at the Squires Student Center.
Student Discount
Students between the ages of 17 and 24, with a valid student ID, are eligible for a 15% discount on Amtrak routes nationwide. Tickets must be booked at least one day in advance.
The discount will automatically be applied when qualifying travel is selected using the link above, or use the Amtrak app and enter code V814 when booking your trip.
OurBus (Service during Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, & Spring Break)
OurBus is an intercity bus service connecting Blacksburg to Northern VA and Washington, D.C. during most weekends of the school year. Extra routes to additional destinations in VA as well as other states operate during major semester breaks.
Please note that bus routes and schedules can change, so it's essential to check the official websites or contact customer service for the most up-to-date information on routes, stops, and schedules.