What is the cheapest way to get from Bethesda to Roanoke?

The cheapest way to get from Bethesda to Roanoke is to bus via Salem VDOT Park & Ride which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bethesda to Roanoke?

The fastest way to get from Bethesda to Roanoke is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Bethesda and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Bethesda station to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Roanoke Campbell Court via Exit 140 -Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bethesda and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct train from Bethesda to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Roanoke via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Bethesda to Roanoke?

The distance between Bethesda and Roanoke is 234 miles. The road distance is 226 miles.

How do I travel from Bethesda to Roanoke without a car?

The best way to get from Bethesda to Roanoke without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $70 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Bethesda to Roanoke?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Bethesda to Roanoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bethesda to Roanoke bus from?

Bethesda to Roanoke bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Bethesda to Roanoke train from?

Bethesda to Roanoke train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Bethesda to Roanoke?

The best way to get from Bethesda to Roanoke is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $70 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem VDOT Park & Ride, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Bethesda to Roanoke bus arrive?

Bethesda to Roanoke bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, arrive at Salem VDOT Park & Ride station.

Where does the Bethesda to Roanoke train arrive?

Bethesda to Roanoke train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Roanoke station.

Can I drive from Bethesda to Roanoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Bethesda to Roanoke is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Bethesda to Roanoke.

Where can I stay near Roanoke?

There are 81+ hotels available in Roanoke.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bethesda to Roanoke by train (Amtrak), bus, car, subway, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Roanoketrain Northeast Regional
6h 31m
$72–152
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Roanoke Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
7h 57m
$37–77
Bus via Salem VDOT Park & Ride
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Salem VDOT Park & Ridebus Highlands Rhythm
7h 39m
$38–56
Drive 224.7 mi
1. Drive from Bethesda to Roanokecar 224.7 mi
4h 23m
$41–60
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA)plane IAD - ROA
4h 23m
$48–290

Bethesda to Roanoke by subway and train (Amtrak)

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6h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Bethesda, MD, USA and Roanoke, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Roanoke twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Virginia Breeze operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Salem VDOT Park & Ride once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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