Cheap bus tickets from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC

There are several bus options that can take you from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC:

• FlixBus US: 1 daily buses from RON 171
• Greyhound: 1 daily buses from RON 171
• Megabus: 1 daily buses from RON 220
• OurBus: 1 daily buses from RON 162

What bus companies travel from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC?

There are 4 bus lines from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:

• FlixBus US

  FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC, and the average ticket for this route costs only RON 250.81.

  
• Greyhound

  Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 1 bus trips from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington DC usually start from RON 170.74.

  
• Megabus

  Book Megabus from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC from RON 220.42. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay RON 220.42 for a Megabus ticket to Washington DC. In Roanoke, VA, Megabus departs to Washington DC from Exit 140 (Park and Ride). In Washington DC, Megabus arrives at Union Station.

  An average trip on Megabus from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC takes 5 hours and 0 minutes.

  On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay RON 220.42 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington DC.

• OurBus

  OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from RON 161.60, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

City Information

Roanoke

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.

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Roanoke, VA?

Main departure station: Exit 140 (Park and Ride)

Buses to Washington DC leave from 4 stations in Roanoke, VA.

All bus stations in Roanoke, VA:

• Exit 140 (Park and Ride)
• Roanoke Bus Stop
• Circle K
• Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport Kiss and Fly zone

Where does the bus arrive in Washington DC?

Main arrival station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

All bus stations in Washington DC:

• Union Station
• Union Station
• Stadium-Armory Metro Station