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

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Reston is to bus and line 401 bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to Reston is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $40 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and Reston?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke station to Reston. However, there are services departing from 3rd St Station Slip D and arriving at Reston Town Center Metro Bay K via Salem VDOT Park & Ride and Dulles International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Roanoke and Reston?

No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to Reston. However, there are services departing from Roanoke and arriving at Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform and Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Roanoke to Reston?

The distance between Roanoke and Reston is 191 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roanoke to Reston without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Roanoke to Reston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Reston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Reston train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Roanoke to Reston?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Reston is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $40 - $280. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 5h 49m, you could also bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Roanoke to Reston bus arrive?

Roanoke to Reston bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, arrive at Dulles International Airport station.

Where does the Roanoke to Reston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roanoke to Reston?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Reston is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Roanoke to Reston.

Where can I stay near Reston?

There are 396+ hotels available in Reston.

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There are 6 ways to get from Roanoke to Reston 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
2h 59m
$41–277
Bus, line 401 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Springfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E to Tysons Westparkbus 401
7h 53m
$37–74
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
5h 49m
$74–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to Dulles International Airportbus Highlands Rhythm
5h 57m
$38–51
Drive 210.3 mi
1. Drive from Roanoke to Restoncar 210.3 mi
4h 18m
$39–56
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
4h 58m
$99–366

Roanoke to Reston by train and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

United Airlines flies from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Roanoke to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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