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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Roanoke to Washington.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceMX$832.69 | Avg. PriceMX$544.52 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration5h 22m | Duration5h 11m |
There is one daily bus from Roanoke to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Roanoke to Washington DC usually takes around 5 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest OurBus bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 194 mi (313 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 10m |
| Cheapest price | MX$605.02 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses from Roanoke to Washington
(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Free water. Cons: Charging cords for use. Tips: Take your charger.
5.0
Pros: It was fast not expensive and easy. Tips: Good company I recommend it !
5.0
Pros: It was peaceful and went pretty fast. Small amount of passengers. Cons: Seat could recline more.
Bus tickets for a trip from Roanoke to Washington DC cost MX$760.26 on average. Tickets cheaper than MX$760.26 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.
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 21 days in advance. This way, you can save up to MX$268.11 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are 3 bus lines from Roanoke 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 5h 45m | MX$938.82 |
| Megabus | 1 | 5h 0m | MX$825.25 |
| OurBus | 1 | 4h 11m | MX$605.02 |
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 to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from MX$674.
Book Megabus from Roanoke to Washington from MX$825. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Roanoke to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Washington. In Roanoke, Megabus departs to Washington from Exit 140 (Park and Ride) . In Washington, Megabus arrives at Union Station .
An average trip on Megabus from Roanoke to Washington takes 5 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Washington in 4 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington.
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 MX$605, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Roanoke to Washington if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 194 miles from Roanoke to Washington DC. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Roanoke to Washington DC for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Roanoke to Washington DC. It leaves the station in Roanoke at 4:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Roanoke to Washington DC. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Roanoke, VA to Washington DC; ticket prices start at MX$363.01.
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 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.
Buses to Washington DC leave from 3 stations in Roanoke.
Roanoke Bus Stop
Exit 140 (Park and Ride)
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport Kiss and Fly zone
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.
Union Station
Union Station
Stadium-Armory Metro Station
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