How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Roanoke start at R 878. The average price for this route is around R 1 437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Roanoke is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 514 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Roanoke route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Roanoke at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 87435 reviews.

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.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Roanoke?

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

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.

Bus Philadelphia to Roanoke from R 755 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	16h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	17h	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	16h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	17h	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	16h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	16h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Roanoke on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	02:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 15m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	16h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 5m	12:05	Roanoke Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:30 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Roanoke

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Roanoke. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 839, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 45mAverage duration

510 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 878 - R 4 621	Average duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 839 - R 4 161	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Roanoke?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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

Stops in Roanoke

A
Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride
Exit 140 (Park and Ride), Virginia 24153, USA
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 655 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Roanoke start at R 878. The average price for this route is around R 1 437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Roanoke is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 514 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Roanoke route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Roanoke at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Roanoke produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 87435 reviews.
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.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Roanoke?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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

17/12

R 1 408

18/12

R 1 537

Today

R 1 871

20/12

R 2 112

21/12

R 1 906

22/12

R 1 571

23/12

R 1 700

24/12

R 1 622

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Roanoke was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 408

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 R 1 408 to R 3 142 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 R 1 571, which is on 2025-12-22.