Bus Tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke, VA

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TodayMay 3
TomorrowMay 4
from US$93
MonMay 5
from US$81
TueMay 6
from US$72
WedMay 7
from US$61
ThuMay 8
from US$75
FriMay 9
from US$74
SatMay 10

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Schuylkill & Walnut
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Roanoke
    Destination location: Roanoke Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Roanoke

Bus
Average PriceUS$53 - US$165Average Duration15h 35m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$38 - US$275Average Duration7h 45m
46kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Roanoke

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
7h 45mAverage Duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
46kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia to Roanoke: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$72
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 35m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure1:45am
Distance510 km
Latest bus departure8:45pm

Philadelphia to Roanoke Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia - Roanoke

  1. How long is the trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke by bus?

    The trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke will take on average 15h 35m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Roanoke in about 10h 10m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    It's about 512 km (318 miles) from Philadelphia to Roanoke.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia, and end it at Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride, in Roanoke.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    Taking the bus from Philadelphia to Roanoke costs on average US$72.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Philadelphia until 8:45pm and reaching Roanoke on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-01
US$86
05-02
US$119
Today
US$79
05-04
US$85
05-05
US$74
05-06
US$65
05-07
US$54
05-08
US$68
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia to Roanoke, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$54 to US$147 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$54 which is on 2025-05-07.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Philadelphia to Roanoke will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

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