- Must visit
National Air and Space Museum
This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Roanoke, VA for Washington, DC on Sun, Aug 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct buses cover the 312 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €110.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €273 Average price | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC:
A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC costing on average €50.
A train is €231 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC costing on average €273.
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 53m.
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
You'll arrive about -2h -14m sooner (4h 53m by bus vs 3h 39m by car) and save roughly €-13.02 compared to fuel and tolls (€50 vs €37). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €39 |
The table below shows live departures for Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:25 AM Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA | 5h55 | 10:20 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €19 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC buses use the Roanoke, Third Street Station to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station). Use this guide to compare Roanoke, VA and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roanoke, Third Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Roanoke, Third Street Station. ATMs are available at Roanoke, Third Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at Roanoke, Third Street Station.
Available at Roanoke, Third Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanoke, Third Street Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride) is 11 km from Roanoke city centre. Public transport options include:
Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride). ATMs are available at Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride).
Ticket office support is available at Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride).
Available at Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanoke, Edgebrook Road / Mountain Heights Drive (Exit 140 Park & Ride): Accessible for people with disabilities.
Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is 6 km from Roanoke city centre. Public transport options include:
Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. ATMs are available at Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport.
Available at Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanoke, Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport: Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) is 5 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station). ATMs are available at Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station).
Ticket office support is available at Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station).
Available at Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station): Wheelchair accessible entry and exits.
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food courts and restaurants available inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located in the station.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal.
Available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms.
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