Area code 540
540 is Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Area code 540 at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- Main cities
- Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Fredericksburg, Winchester, Staunton, Blacksburg, Salem, Waynesboro
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 826
- In service since
- 1995
826 covers the exact same area as 540 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 540?
Area code 540 covers Roanoke, Harrisonburg, Fredericksburg in Virginia.
What time is it in area code 540?
Area code 540 is in the Eastern Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 826 the same area as 540?
Yes. 826 is an overlay of 540 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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