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 13m.

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 13m and costs $25 - $40.

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 - $310.

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.

Can I drive from Roanoke to Research Triangle?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Research Triangle is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Roanoke to Research Triangle.

Where can I stay near Research Triangle?

There are 643+ hotels available in Research Triangle.

Roanoke to Research Triangle - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Roanoke to Research Triangle by train (Amtrak), 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 Lynchburg
2. Take the train from Lynchburg to Greensboro
3. Take the train from Greensboro to Cary
7h 8m
$85–306
Drive 140 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roanoke to Research Triangle140 mi
3h 13m
$26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Lynchburg
2. Take the train from Lynchburg to Greensboro
3. Take the bus from Greensboro Depot to UNC Hospitals4
8h 40m
$47–253

Questions & Answers

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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.

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