The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
13 h 13 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $203.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$101 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price | $439 Average price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 16h05 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 12:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 15h35 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:00 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 14h05 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:50 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 10h15 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 6:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 10h05 | 4:05 PM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA with Greyhound for as low as $36 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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