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How to get fromRaleigh to Roanoke Islandby bus, car, or train

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There are 4 ways to get from Raleigh to Roanoke Island by bus, car, or train

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  1. Bus, drive (Greyhound)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Elizabeth Citybus bus Greyhound US0654s
    2. Drive from Elizabeth City to Roanoke Islandcar car
    5h 19m
    $42–63

  2. Drive  187.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Raleigh to Roanoke Islandcar car 187.3 mi
    3h 22m
    $32–47

  3. Train, bus, drive

    1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Wilsontrain train
    2. Take the bus from Wilson Bus Stop to Elizabeth Citybus bus
    3. Drive from Elizabeth City to Roanoke Islandcar car
    6h 20m
    $64–98

  4. Bus, drive via GoRaleigh Station (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Elizabeth Citybus bus Greyhound US0654s
    2. Drive from Elizabeth City to Roanoke Islandcar car
    6h 29m
    $42–68

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Map of how to get from Raleigh to Roanoke Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 238.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Raleigh, NC, USA and Roanoke Island, NC, USA?

There is no direct connection from Raleigh to Roanoke Island. However, you can take the bus to Elizabeth City then drive to Roanoke Island. Alternatively, you can drive from Raleigh to Roanoke Island in around 3h 22m.

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