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Roanoke to Columbia Bus Schedule
Bus from Roanoke to Columbia: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Roanoke to Columbia. Traveling by bus from Roanoke to Columbia usually takes around 26 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 26 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 683 mi (1099 km) |
| Shortest duration | 26h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $135.41 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Roanoke to Columbia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Roanoke to Columbia. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 2h 13m | $139.44 |
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 2 bus trips from Roanoke to Columbia every day, with the average journey taking around 26 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Columbia usually start from $135.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Roanoke to Columbia
The bus takes an average of 26 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 683 miles from Roanoke to Columbia. However, the fastest bus only takes 26 hours and 5 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Roanoke to Columbia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Roanoke?
Main departure station: Roanoke Bus Stop
Most buses depart from the main station in Roanoke.
All bus stations in Roanoke:
Roanoke Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Columbia?
Main arrival station: Midway Truck Plaza
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Columbia.
All bus stations in Columbia:
Midway Truck Plaza
Wabash Station - E Ash St and N 10th St
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