Area Code 540

Roanoke, Virginia · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
540
City
Roanoke, VA
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1995

Where Is Area Code 540?

Roanoke, Blacksburg, Fredericksburg — western and northern Virginia

Blue Ridge Mountains. Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
RoanokeBlacksburgHarrisonburgFredericksburg

Time Zone for Area Code 540

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/New_York

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 540?

Area code 540 is located in Roanoke, Virginia (United States). It covers Roanoke, Blacksburg, Fredericksburg — western and northern Virginia.

What time zone is area code 540 in?

Area code 540 (Roanoke, Virginia) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 540 a scam?

Area code 540 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Roanoke, Virginia. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (540), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 540 right now?

Area code 540 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/washington-dc/ for the exact current time in Roanoke.

When was area code 540 introduced?

Area code 540 was introduced in 1995. Blue Ridge Mountains. Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.