How to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Roanoke, VA to New York, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €80 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €80, while a flight costs an average of €435.

Distance: 397 miles (640 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY

Compare the available ways to get from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of €80.

This is compared to other travel options from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY:

A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY costing on average €143.

A bus is €356 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY costing on average €435.

The fastest way to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 13m.

Bus takes on average 12h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Roanoke, VA and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €143 compared to roughly €103 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€40. The journey takes 10h 43m versus 7h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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How to get from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY

Travel to New York, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between Roanoke, VA and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of €80.

This is compared to other travel options from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY:

A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY costing on average €143.

A bus is €356 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY costing on average €435.

The fastest way to travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 13m.

Bus takes on average 12h 13m.

The distance from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is approximately 397 miles (640 km).
The average frequency per day from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Roanoke, VA and New York, NY as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY:
  • Flights mostly depart from Roanoke and arrive in Newark Liberty International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Roanoke Station, Roanoke, VA and arrive in Penn Station, New York, NY.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roanoke, Third Street Station, VA and arrive in New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave..
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to New York, NY by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, CoachRun to go to New York, NY by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to New York, NY by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Republic Airlines.
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, CoachRun.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Roanoke, VA to New York, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between New York, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in New York, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a well-rounded experience in New York, NY, 4 to 5 days are recommended to explore major attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, and various museums, while also allowing time for dining and local neighborhood exploration.

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