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

The cheapest way to get from Sterling to Roanoke is to bus via Springfield which costs $30 - $85 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sterling to Roanoke is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $45 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Sterling and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Sterling to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from Atlantic Blvd & Manifest Blvd and arriving at Roanoke Campbell Court via Dulles International Airport and Exit 140 -Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Sterling and Roanoke?

No, there is no direct train from Sterling to Roanoke. However, there are services departing from Innovation Center, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Roanoke via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Sterling to Roanoke?

The distance between Sterling and Roanoke is 194 miles. The road distance is 211.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sterling to Roanoke without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Sterling to Roanoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sterling to Roanoke bus from?

Sterling to Roanoke bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, depart from Dulles International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Sterling to Roanoke train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sterling to Roanoke?

The best way to get from Sterling to Roanoke is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $45 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 6h 26m, you could also train, which costs $65 - $170 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Sterling to Roanoke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sterling to Roanoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sterling to Roanoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Sterling to Roanoke is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Sterling to Roanoke.

Where can I stay near Roanoke?

There are 81+ hotels available in Roanoke.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sterling to Roanoke by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA)plane IAD - ROA
3h 43m
$47–299
Bus via Springfield (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Roanoke Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
8h 12m
$34–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport to Salem VDOT Park & Ridebus Highlands Rhythm
6h 26m
$39–63
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Roanoketrain Northeast Regional
7h 16m
$69–165
Drive 210.2 mi
1. Drive from Sterling to Roanokecar 210.2 mi
4h 14m
$39–56

Sterling to Roanoke by bus and subway

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

United Airlines flies from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Virginia Breeze operates a bus from Dulles International Airport to Salem VDOT Park & Ride once daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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