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

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Sterling is to bus via Springfield which costs $35 - $85 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to Sterling is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs $45 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and Sterling?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke station to Sterling station. However, there are services departing from 3rd St Station Slip D and arriving at Atlantic Blvd & Sterling Station Way via Salem VDOT Park & Ride and Innovation Center Metro Station - North Bus Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Roanoke and Sterling?

No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to Sterling. However, there are services departing from Roanoke and arriving at Innovation Center, 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 6h 33m.

How far is it from Roanoke to Sterling?

The distance between Roanoke and Sterling is 241 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roanoke to Sterling without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Roanoke to Sterling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Sterling bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Sterling train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Roanoke to Sterling?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Sterling is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 6h 33m, you could also fly, which costs $45 - $300 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Roanoke to Sterling bus arrive?

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

Where does the Roanoke to Sterling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roanoke to Sterling?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Sterling is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Roanoke to Sterling.

Where can I stay near Sterling?

There are 210+ hotels available in Sterling.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to Dulles International Airportbus Highlands Rhythm
6h 24m
$40–63
Bus via Springfield (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Springfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
7h 16m
$38–82
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
6h 33m
$73–157
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Roanoke to Sterlingcar 210.4 mi
4h 15m
$39–56
Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field
1. Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ROA - IAD
3h 51m
$47–298
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 48m
$99–388

Roanoke to Sterling by bus and subway

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

Virginia Breeze operates a bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to Dulles International Airport once daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Roanoke to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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