1.0
Greyhound is unprofessional. The driver never showed up for his shift and the company did not accommodate any of the passengers for the inconvenience. A 4 hour trip took almost 12 hours.
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There are usually 1 daily train trips from Roanoke to Richmond.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£46.96 | Avg. Price£39.61 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration9h 24m | Duration10h 43m |
Coach from Roanoke to Richmond: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Roanoke to Richmond. Traveling by coach from Roanoke to Richmond usually takes around 8 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 139 mi (223 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £31.23 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for coaches from Roanoke to Richmond
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
3.7
How much is a coach ticket from Roanoke to Richmond?
Bus tickets for a trip from Roanoke to Richmond cost £43.38 on average. Tickets cheaper than £43.38 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Roanoke to Richmond by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Roanoke to Richmond is expected to be between £36 and £58. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 30 January 2025, when tickets are available for 30 January 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £36.
Monthly average prices
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Roanoke to Richmond, mark your calendar for August. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £27. However, taking the bus from Roanoke to Richmond during September is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £42. The best way to find deals on a trip in September is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 24 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £38.68 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Roanoke to Richmond?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Roanoke to Richmond. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 8h 37m | £52.99 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Roanoke to Richmond every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Richmond usually start from £31.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Roanoke to Richmond
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 139 miles from Roanoke to Richmond. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Richmond, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 05:00. To see the times for all coaches from Roanoke to Richmond, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Roanoke to Richmond. However, neither coach offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Roanoke to Richmond; ticket prices start at £25.97.
City Information
Roanoke
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The idyllic city of Roanoke sits against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It's the site of the famous Appalachian Trail, George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, and Smith Mountain Lake. Fun and adventure are indeed the best things that Roanoke has to offer, especially if you start your visit at the iconic Roanoke Star, the largest man-made neon light that gets illuminated every night.
The Blue Ridge is one of Roanoke's major tourist attractions. Experience the Blue Ridge Day tour package to fully explore the area's history, heritage, culture, and entertainment. Make sure that your adventure includes The Crooked Road, Virginia Museum of Transportation, and Blue Ridge Institute and Museum, among others.
To enjoy Roanoke's nightlife, try doing the Downtown Roanoke Bar Crawl. That's how you get to enjoy exquisite craft beers from the city's finest breweries. If you want to shop, there's a wide selection of antiques and farmer's produce for sale in the Blue Ridge area.
Getting around Roanoke is easy with the Valley Metro bus line. This bus service covers not just the City of Roanoke but Vinton and Salem as well. There's also the Star Line Trolley that connects Downtown Roanoke and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. To travel to other exciting destinations, Amtrak trains and Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Wanda Coach buses provide service to cities including Richmond, Atlanta, and New York.
Richmond
As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travelers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.
Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.
Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Roanoke?
Main departure station: Roanoke Bus Stop
Most coaches depart from the main station in Roanoke.
All coach stations in Roanoke:
Roanoke Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Richmond?
Main arrival station: 2910 N Arthur Ashe Blvd
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Richmond.
Coach stations in Richmond:
2910 N Arthur Ashe Blvd
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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