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

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Bowie is to bus via Arlington which costs $35 - $70 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to Bowie is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and Bowie?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke to Bowie. However, there are services departing from Roanoke Bus Stop and arriving at Evergreen Pkwy at Emerald Ln via New Carrollton+Bay B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Roanoke and Bowie?

No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to Bowie. However, there are services departing from Roanoke and arriving at Downtown Largo, Blue/Silver Line Center Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Roanoke to Bowie?

The distance between Roanoke and Bowie is 256 miles. The road distance is 242 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roanoke to Bowie without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs $75 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Roanoke to Bowie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Bowie bus from?

Roanoke to Bowie bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Roanoke Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Bowie train from?

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

Train or bus from Roanoke to Bowie?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Bowie is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Roanoke to Bowie bus arrive?

Roanoke to Bowie bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Roanoke to Bowie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roanoke to Bowie?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Bowie is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Roanoke to Bowie.

Where can I stay near Bowie?

There are 317+ hotels available in Bowie.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
7h 12m
$76–147
Bus via Arlington
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to West Falls Church Metrobus Highlands Rhythm
8h
$35–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
7h 26m
$42–81
Drive 240.6 mi
1. Drive from Roanoke to Bowiecar 240.6 mi
4h 52m
$44–64
Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field, subway
1. Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ROA - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
5h 26m
$42–278
Train to Charlottesville, fly, subway
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Charlottesvilletrain
2. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CHO - IAD
3. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
7h 24m
$100–367

Roanoke to Bowie by train, subway, and bus (Amtrak)

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7h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.8 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Roanoke to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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