What is the cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and Research Triangle?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke to Research Triangle. However, there are services departing from Roanoke Bus Stop and arriving at RDU Airport at Terminal 1 via Fredericksburg Bus Stop, Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, Blount St at GoRaleigh Station and Regional Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

How far is it from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

The distance between Roanoke and Research Triangle is 247 miles. The road distance is 140.9 miles.

How do I travel from Roanoke to Research Triangle without a car?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $85 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Research Triangle bus from?

Roanoke to Research Triangle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Roanoke Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $85 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Roanoke to Research Triangle bus arrive?

Roanoke to Research Triangle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Fredericksburg Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Research Triangle is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Roanoke to Research Triangle.

Where can I stay near Research Triangle?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Research Triangle.

Roanoke to Research Triangle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Lynchburgtrain
2. Take the train from Lynchburg to Greensborotrain
3. Take the train from Greensboro to Carytrain
7h 8m
$87–356
Drive 140 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roanoke to Research Trianglecar 140 mi
3h 14m
$26–37
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Fredericksburg Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
2. Take the bus from Fredericksburg Bus Stop to Raleigh Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670
10h 55m
$70–136
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Lynchburgtrain
2. Take the train from Lynchburg to Greensborotrain
3. Take the bus from Greensboro Depot to UNC Hospitalsbus 4
8h 35m
$40–282

Roanoke to Research Triangle by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

10h 55mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle.

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Roanoke, VA, USA and Research Triangle, NC, USA?

You can take a train from Roanoke to Research Triangle via Lynchburg, Greensboro, and Cary in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to RDU Airport at Terminal 1 via Fredericksburg Bus Stop, Raleigh Bus Station, Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, GoRaleigh Station, Blount St at GoRaleigh Station, and Regional Transit Center in around 10h 55m.

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