Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Roanoke on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Roanoke Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Schuylkill & Walnut
Roanoke Bus StopFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Roanoke Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Schuylkill & Walnut
Roanoke Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Roanoke Bus StopNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
7h 45mAverage Duration
317 milesDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$49 - $193Average Duration15h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$49 - $274Average Duration7h 45m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Roanoke start from $49. The average price for this route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Roanoke is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 317 miles (510 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Roanoke route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Roanoke at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11/29
$155
11/30
$183
Today
$161
12/02
$101
12/03
$65
12/04
$65
12/05
$62
12/06
$57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $57

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

You can expect to pay from $57 to $236 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-06.

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