What is the cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Washington DC is to bus via West Falls Church, Orange Line Track 1 Platform which costs $35 - $55 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Roanoke to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to Washington DC is to fly and subway which takes 3h 47m and costs $40 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Roanoke Bus Stop and arriving at 10 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW via N Capitol St NE+Massachusetts Av NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Roanoke and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Roanoke and arriving at Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Roanoke to Washington DC?

The distance between Roanoke and Washington DC is 229 miles. The road distance is 223.8 miles.

How do I travel from Roanoke to Washington DC without a car?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Washington DC without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Roanoke to Washington DC?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Roanoke to Washington DC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Washington DC bus from?

Roanoke to Washington DC bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Roanoke Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Washington DC train from?

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

Train or bus from Roanoke to Washington DC?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Washington DC is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Roanoke to Washington DC bus arrive?

Roanoke to Washington DC bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Roanoke to Washington DC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roanoke to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Washington DC is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Roanoke to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1618+ hotels available in Washington DC.

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There are 6 ways to get from Roanoke to Washington DC 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
5h 31m
$73–143
Bus via West Falls Church, Orange Line Track 1 Platform
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to West Falls Church Metrobus Highlands Rhythm
6h 30m
$39–52
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
6h 20m
$40–71
Drive 222.5 mi
1. Drive from Roanoke to Washington DCcar 222.5 mi
4h 27m
$41–59
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 McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway
3h 47m
$41–277
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 McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway
5h 45m
$99–366

Roanoke to Washington DC by train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Roanoke, VA, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Roanoke to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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