The cheapest and fastest buses from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 buses that leave Roanoke, VA for Alexandria, VA on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 306 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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 Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €167.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €371 Average price |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA
Buses from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 20:10 |
FAQs: Bus from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roanoke, VA to Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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