What is the travel distance from Richmond to Roanoke?

The distance between the two cities is 138 miles (222 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Roanoke?

The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Roanoke start their journey at Main Street Station and wind up at Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 5 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Arrival time: August 6 at 12:05pm
Destination city: Roanoke
Destination location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 5 at 1:10am
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Arrival time: August 5 at 12:05pm
Destination city: Roanoke
Destination location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 55m
Departure time: August 5 at 1:10am
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Arrival time: August 5 at 12:05pm
Destination city: Roanoke
Destination location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 55m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Roanoke.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $130	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$49 - $112	Average Duration11h 12m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Roanoke

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 55mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Roanoke: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$69

Average bus trip duration10h 55m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure1:10am

Distance139 miles (224 km)

Latest bus departure10:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,147 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Richmond Roanoke recent customer reviews

The bus originated in Richmond yet there was no driver available, so the bus left 1-1/2 hours late. There were no explanations of the situation for those waiting in the station. Three volunteers, non-paid, non-Greyhound employees, were trying to help everyone in the station find the correct bus, but even they had no line on accurate information about departure gates, which were sometimes posted incorrectly and at imaginary departure times. It was general mayhem and should have been better organized. The trip, itself, once underway, was pleasant.

William V.

July 24, 2019

It was terrible. Never using greyhound in Richmond ever again.

Taylor T.

March 12, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/59,820 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Richmond to Roanoke Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Roanoke?

Stops in Richmond

A - Main Street Station

B - Staples Mill Road

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Stops in Roanoke

A - Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride

Frequently asked questions for your trip Richmond, VA, US - Roanoke

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Richmond to Roanoke.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Richmond to Roanoke, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Richmond to Roanoke that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Richmond to Roanoke, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Roanoke?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 55m	Avg Price$69	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 12m	Avg Price$70	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Roanoke

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