The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
630 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 2 buses that leave Newark, NJ for Roanoke, VA on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 630 km distance in an average of 13 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 14 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a flight costs an average of $183.
Distance: 391 miles (630 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$139 Average price Cheapest | $224 Average price | $377 Average price |
14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $176 |
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+![]() | 4:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 11h45 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:35 AM Newark, Penn Station | 14h30 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:35 AM Newark, NJ | 14h30 | 5:05 PM Roanoke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA
Buses from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $60 (€49) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 391 miles (630 km) distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 391 miles (630 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Bus from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Roanoke, VA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Roanoke, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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