How much is the bus ticket from Roanoke to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Roanoke to Washington start from $43. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Roanoke to Washington is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 204 miles (328 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Roanoke to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Roanoke to Washington at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Roanoke to Washington generates an estimated 8 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 Roanoke to Washington?

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 Roanoke to Washington?

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 Roanoke to Washington?

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 Roanoke to Washington?

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 Roanoke to Washington from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Roanoke to Washington on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	9h 20m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	4:35am	Roanoke Bus Stop	5h 45m	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:24 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Roanoke to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

195 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $98	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $116	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Roanoke and Washington?

Stops in Roanoke

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

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
Visit page
D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 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 Roanoke Washington recent customer reviews

the staff was no help, while everyone was confused on what to do after the multiple late depatures all thye did was yell at other riders

Kyle C.

December 20, 2019

OurBus

4/53,163 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Roanoke and Washington, 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 Roanoke to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Roanoke to Washington start from $43. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Roanoke to Washington is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 204 miles (328 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Roanoke to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Roanoke to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Roanoke to Washington at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Roanoke to Washington?
A bus trip from Roanoke to Washington generates an estimated 8 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 Roanoke to Washington?
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 Roanoke to Washington?
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 Roanoke to Washington?
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 Roanoke to Washington?
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

11/29

$35

11/30

$35

Today

$35

12/02

$46

12/03

$37

12/04

$35

12/05

$36

12/06

$33

The cheapest trip from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $104 for a bus ticket from Roanoke to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-06.