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.

Bus Richmond to Roanoke from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Richmond to Roanoke on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55am	Richmond	10h 55m	11:50am	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Richmond	10h 55m	11:50am	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:50am	Richmond	10h	11:50am	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:50am	Richmond	10h	11:50am	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:50pm	Richmond	13h	11:50am	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 11 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 7mAverage Duration

136 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $120	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $174	Average Duration11h 7m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 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 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

3.5/511,291 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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 about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Roanoke by bus

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

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$97

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$57

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$53

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Roanoke was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $53

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

You can expect to pay from $53 to $97 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Roanoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-13.