How much is the bus ticket from Roanoke to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Roanoke to Philadelphia start from $58. The average price for this route is around $75. 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 Roanoke to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Roanoke to Philadelphia is 15h, covering a distance of 306 miles (494 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Roanoke to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Roanoke to Philadelphia at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 4:35am.

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

A bus trip from Roanoke to Philadelphia generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Roanoke to Philadelphia from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	19h 45m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 25m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h 5m	8:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	17h 35m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h 5m	8:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 25m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	19h 45m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	17h 35m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	17h 35m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	11h 10m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	18h 5m	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	11h 10m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	14h 30m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	15h	7:35pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	14h 30m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	11h 10m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	15h	7:35pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	11h 10m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	14h 30m	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	15h	7:35pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Next departures for Roanoke to Philadelphia on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	18h 5m	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	10h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	11h 10m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	16h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	15h 10m	7:45pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Roanoke to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 7 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 43mAverage Duration

317 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $196	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $290	Average Duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Roanoke and Philadelphia?

Stops in Roanoke

A
Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride
Exit 140 (Park and Ride), Virginia 24153, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Roanoke to Philadelphia, PA 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 Roanoke to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Roanoke to Philadelphia start from $58. The average price for this route is around $75. 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 Roanoke to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Roanoke to Philadelphia is 15h, covering a distance of 306 miles (494 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Roanoke to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Roanoke to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Roanoke to Philadelphia at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 4:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Roanoke to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Roanoke to Philadelphia generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

$137

11/30

$194

Today

$130

12/02

$87

12/03

$88

12/04

$68

12/05

$76

12/06

$63

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $194 for a bus ticket from Roanoke to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-06.