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

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to McLean is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to McLean is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $50 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and McLean?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke station to McLean. However, there are services departing from 3rd St Station Slip D and arriving at Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd via Salem VDOT Park & Ride, West Falls Church+Bay E and Dolley Madison Bl+International Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Roanoke and McLean?

No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to McLean. However, there are services departing from Roanoke and arriving at Potomac Yard, Yellow/Blue Line Track 1 Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Roanoke to McLean?

The distance between Roanoke and McLean is 202 miles. The road distance is 217 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roanoke to McLean without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $60 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Roanoke to McLean, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to McLean bus from?

Roanoke to McLean bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, depart from Salem VDOT Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to McLean train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Roanoke to McLean?

The best way to get from Roanoke to McLean is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $50 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 6h 1m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $55 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Roanoke to McLean bus arrive?

Roanoke to McLean bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, arrive at West Falls Church Metro station.

Where does the Roanoke to McLean train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roanoke to McLean?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to McLean is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Roanoke to McLean.

Where can I stay near McLean?

There are 1651+ hotels available in McLean.

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

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Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field
best
1. Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ROA - IAD
3h 29m
$53–350
Drive 215.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roanoke to McLeancar 215.7 mi
4h 19m
$40–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
6h 1m
$61–142
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to West Falls Church Metrobus Highlands Rhythm
6h 37m
$42–55
Train to Charlottesville, fly
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Charlottesvilletrain
2. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CHO - IAD
5h 26m
$103–437
Bus via Springfield Bus Stop (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Springfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
6h 40m
$40–63

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

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Distance: 201 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

United Airlines flies from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Roanoke to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $55–140 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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