{"id":210,"date":"2012-06-29T22:24:43","date_gmt":"2012-06-29T22:24:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.websitefix.net\/clients\/Generic\/?page_id=210"},"modified":"2018-11-16T17:50:13","modified_gmt":"2018-11-16T17:50:13","slug":"highway-travel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Roanoke3\/?page_id=210","title":{"rendered":"Mass Transit"},"content":{"rendered":"

TRANSPORTATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

Newcomers to Virginia will find a comprehensive network of transportation amenities, from major interstates and state and federal highways to regional airports and opportunities for mass transit. In addition to convenient fixed-route bus service and commuter express, Ride Solutions provides assistance in locating a shared ride and information on walking and bicycling. Other public programs like “bikes on buses” expand the alternative solutions to private automobile use. Transit systems include programs for the disabled who are not able to take advantage of public transportation facilities.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

AIR TRAVEL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Roanoke Regional Airport<\/strong>
\n5202 Aviation Drive NW
\nRoanoke 540-362-1999
\nwww.roanokeregionalairport.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Lynchburg Regional Airport<\/strong>
\n500 Church Street
\nLynchburg 434-455-6090
\nwww.lynchburgva.gov\/airport<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Commercial Airlines<\/strong><\/p>\n

Allegiant Air<\/strong>
\n702-505-8888
\nwww.allegiantair.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Delta Connection<\/strong>
\n800-221-1212
\nwww.delta.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Northwest Airlink<\/strong>
\n800-225-2525
\nwww.nwa.com<\/a><\/p>\n

United Express<\/strong>
\n800-241-6522
\nwww.ual.com<\/a><\/p>\n

US Airways<\/strong>
\n800-428-4322
\nwww.usair.com<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

HIGHWAY TRAVEL<\/strong><\/p>\n

Major Regional Highways<\/strong>
\nInterstate 81\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 North\/South
\nInterstate 64\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 East\/West (20 miles to the north)
\nUS Route 11\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 North\/South
\nUS Route 460\u00a0\u00a0 East\/West
\nUS Route 220\u00a0\u00a0 North\/South<\/p>\n

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)<\/strong>
\nVDOT Headquarters
\n804-786-2801
\nLynchburg District
\n434-947-6559
\nSalem-Roanoke District
\n<\/a>540-387-5320
\nwww.virginiadot.org<\/a><\/p>\n

VDOT Information Center<\/strong>
\n804-786-2801
\nwww.virginiadot.org\/info<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia Traffic Update<\/strong>
\nDial 511
\nwww.511virginia.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Commuter Ride-Share Assistance<\/strong>
\n540-342-9393
\n866-424-3334
\nwww.ridesolutions.org<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

MASS TRANSIT<\/strong><\/p>\n

Regional Transit Options<\/strong><\/p>\n

Greater Lynchburg Transit Company<\/strong>
\nInformation 434-455-5080 434-856-CITY
\nBus Service 434-455-5090
\nParatransit 434-455-5099
\nwww.gltconline.com<\/a>
\nFixed-route bus service, paratransit service, commuter services, and historic trolleys are part of the full-service approach to public transportation.<\/p>\n

Valley Metro<\/strong>
\nInformation 540-982-2222
\nwww.valleymetro.com<\/a>
\nServices include fixed-route bus, paratransit, special event shuttles, commuter services, and commuter bus service between Roanoke and New River Valley.<\/p>\n

STAR Service by RADAR<\/strong>
\nInformation 540-343-1721
\nwww.radartransit.org<\/a>
\nSTAR stands for “Specialized Transit-Arranged Rides,” referring to transportation options for those who qualify and are unable to take advantage of regular public transit.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Inter-Intrastate Transit<\/strong><\/p>\n

Amtrak Passenger Rail<\/strong>
\nInformation 800-USA RAIL
\nwww.amtrak.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Greyhound Bus Lines<\/strong>
\nInformation 800-231-2222
\nwww.greyhound.com<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

MOTOR VEHICLE INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

Drivers License<\/strong><\/p>\n

Within 30 days of establishing state residency, newcomers must obtain a Virginia driver’s license. You must be at least 16 years of age to apply for a full-privilege driver’s license, although those who are 15 years of age and older can apply for a Virginia’s learner’s permit. Necessary documentation includes two forms of acceptable identification, social security number, proof of Virginia residency, legal birth certificate if applicable, and your out-of-state drivers license. All applicants must pass a vision test and all first-time applicants must pass a road test. The road and safety exams may be waived for those with a previous license in good standing. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles lists all licensing service centers and DMV select locations (vehicle services) online with location, hours, and current wait times. For details on fees, testing centers, or answers to specific questions, contact:<\/p>\n

Department of Motor Vehicles<\/strong>
\n866-DMVLINE
\n800-435-5137
\nwww.dmvnow.com<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Vehicle Registration & Title<\/strong><\/p>\n

To title a vehicle in Virginia, complete an application and bring statement of origin for new vehicles or the vehicle title. Your name must appear on an out-of-state title as the owner unless the previous owner has assigned the title to you. Also required is your out-of-state registration and proof of your Social Security number. Registration of your vehicle can be completed at any DMV Select service center. DMV will issue two license plates, decals showing the expiration date, and a registration card. Place the decals on the plates and install the plates on the front and rear of your vehicle. Keep the registration card in your vehicle at all times. For details on fees, testing centers, or answers to specific questions, contact:<\/p>\n

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles<\/strong>
\n866-DMVLINE
\n800-435-5137
\nwww.dmvnow.com<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Virginia Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vehicle safety inspections are required annually in Virginia and are available at more than 4,000 inspection stations across the Commonwealth. New-car dealers and many auto garages participate; look for the white sign with blue lettering that indicates an official inspection station. For additional information on inspections or if you have problems location a station, contact the Roanoke-Salem district office:<\/p>\n

Virginia State Police<\/strong>
\nRoanoke-Salem District
\n540-387-5437
\nwww.vsp.state.va.us\/safety.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Mandatory Insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n

Registration of a vehicle includes proof of minimum insurance coverage with a carrier authorized to do business in Virginia, or payment of the uninsured motor vehicle fee (UMV). The UMV fee of $500, paid to the Department of Motor Vehicles, does not provide any insurance but allows you to drive an uninsured vehicle at your own risk. It expires with your registration and must be paid at renewal. For more information, contact:<\/p>\n

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles<\/strong>
\n866-DMVLINE
\n800-435-5137
\nwww.dmvnow.com<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Virginia Safety Laws<\/strong><\/p>\n

All front-seat occupants of the vehicle who are over 16 years old must wear a safety belt system at all times in a moving vehicle. Children who are five years old or younger must be secured in a federally approved child safety seat. Children between the ages of six and sixteen must be secured in a safety belt system, regardless of where they are sitting in the vehicle. These child protection laws are primary and enforceable without any other violation. For more information on auto safety, contact:<\/p>\n

Virginia Department of Health<\/strong>
\nDivision of Injury & Violence Protection
\nRichmond 804-864-7732
\nwww.vahealth.org\/civp<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

QUICKLINKS<\/strong><\/p>\n

American Automobile Association (AAA)<\/strong>
\nwww.aaa.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Hampton Roads Transit<\/strong>
\nwww.gohrt.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Online Transportation Information Map<\/strong>
\nwww.virginiadot.org\/projects\/protim.asp<\/a><\/p>\n

Online Travel Guide<\/strong>
\nwww.mytravelguide.com<\/a><\/p>\n

VDOT Online Services<\/strong>
\nwww.dmv.virginia.gov\/dmvnet\/online.asp<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia Airport Information<\/strong>
\nwww.flyvirginia.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia Department of Emergency Service<\/strong>
\nwww.vdem.state.va.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia Ferries<\/strong>
\nwww.virginiadot.org\/travel\/ferry.asp<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia Interstate System<\/strong>
\nwww.virginiainterstates.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia Railway Express<\/strong>
\nwww.vre.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Virginia RideShare Assistance<\/strong>
\nwww.ridefinders.com<\/a><\/p>\n

The Weather Channel<\/strong>
\nwww.weather.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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