How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Roanoke start from $28. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Roanoke is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Roanoke route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Roanoke at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

A bus trip from Charlottesville to Roanoke generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlottesville to Roanoke?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Charlottesville to Roanoke from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Roanoke on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2h 25m	12:05pm	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charlottesville to Roanoke on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2h 25m	12:05pm	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charlottesville to Roanoke on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2h 25m	12:05pm	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charlottesville to Roanoke on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2h 25m	12:05pm	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charlottesville to Roanoke on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2h 25m	12:05pm	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:55 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Roanoke

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

95 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $38	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $23	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Roanoke?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Stops in Roanoke

A
Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride
Exit 140 (Park and Ride), Virginia 24153, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 Charlottesville Roanoke recent customer reviews

Driver was insanely rude to us

Erin C.

September 10, 2023

OurBus

4/53,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Charlottesville and Roanoke, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Roanoke by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Roanoke start from $28. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Roanoke is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Roanoke route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Roanoke at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to Roanoke generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlottesville to Roanoke?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/25

$32

11/26

$35

Today

$30

11/28

$30

11/29

$31

11/30

$33

12/01

$28

12/02

$24

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Roanoke was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $35 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-02.