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

The cheapest way to get from Bowie to Roanoke is to bus via Arlington which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowie to Roanoke is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Bowie and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowie to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from Evergreen Pkwy at Emerald Ln and arriving at Roanoke Campbell Court via West Falls Church Metro and Exit 140 -Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Bowie and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct train from Bowie station to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from New Carrollton Amtrak Station and arriving at Roanoke via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Bowie to Roanoke?

The distance between Bowie and Roanoke is 243 miles. The road distance is 244.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bowie to Roanoke without a car is to train via Washington Union Station which takes 6h 53m and costs $55 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Bowie to Roanoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowie to Roanoke bus from?

Bowie to Roanoke bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, depart from West Falls Church Metro station.

Where do I catch the Bowie to Roanoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Bowie to Roanoke?

The best way to get from Bowie to Roanoke is to train via Washington Union Station which takes 6h 53m and costs $55 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus via Arlington, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Bowie to Roanoke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bowie to Roanoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bowie to Roanoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowie to Roanoke is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Bowie to Roanoke.

Where can I stay near Roanoke?

There are 95+ hotels available in Roanoke.

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There are 6 ways to get from Bowie to Roanoke by train (Amtrak), bus, car, subway, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train via Washington Union Station (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Roanoketrain Northeast Regional
6h 53m
$58–138
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Roanoke Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
7h 54m
$38–78
Bus via Arlington
1. Take the bus from West Falls Church Metro to Salem VDOT Park & Ridebus Highlands Rhythm
7h 51m
$39–53
Drive 243.1 mi
1. Drive from Bowie to Roanokecar 243.1 mi
4h 49m
$45–65
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center 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
5h 4m
$42–299
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Roanoketrain Northeast Regional
7h 24m
$61–141

Bowie to Roanoke by bus and train (Amtrak)

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6h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.3 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Roanoke twice daily. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Virginia Breeze operates a bus from West Falls Church Metro to Salem VDOT Park & Ride once daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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