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

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Roanoke is to bus via Springfield Bus Stop which costs $35 - $80 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairfax to Roanoke is to subway and fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $45 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfax and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairfax to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from West Falls Church Metro and arriving at Roanoke Campbell Court via Exit 140 -Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Fairfax and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct train from Fairfax to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from Alexandria and arriving at Roanoke via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Fairfax to Roanoke?

The distance between Fairfax and Roanoke is 255 miles. The road distance is 206 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairfax to Roanoke without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Fairfax to Roanoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Roanoke bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Roanoke train from?

Fairfax to Roanoke train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alexandria station.

Train or bus from Fairfax to Roanoke?

The best way to get from Fairfax to Roanoke is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Fairfax to Roanoke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fairfax to Roanoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fairfax to Roanoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax to Roanoke is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Fairfax 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 Fairfax to Roanoke by bus, train (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from West Falls Church Metro to Salem VDOT Park & Ridebus Highlands Rhythm
6h 45m
$38–51
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Roanoketrain Northeast Regional
6h 47m
$72–152
Drive 204.8 mi
1. Drive from Fairfax to Roanokecar 204.8 mi
4h 14m
$38–54
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA)plane IAD - ROA
4h 3m
$48–290
Bus via Springfield Bus Stop (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Roanoke Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
8h 27m
$38–77

Fairfax to Roanoke by subway and bus

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Distance: 253.4 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Fairfax, VA, USA and Roanoke, VA, USA?

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. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Roanoke twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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