Bus from Rocky Mount to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rocky Mount to New York City on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
New York Port AuthorityFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rocky Mount to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
9h 10mAverage Duration
630 kmDistance
57kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$86 - $403Average Duration21h 5m
16kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$117 - $1,478Average Duration9h 10m
57kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rocky Mount to New York City by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rocky Mount to New York City start from $86. The average price for this route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Rocky Mount to New York City is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 627 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Wanda Coach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rocky Mount to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Wanda Coach, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Rocky Mount to New York City at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 5:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    A bus trip from Rocky Mount to New York City generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
11-25
$140
11-26
$304
Today
$192
11-28
$229
11-29
$159
11-30
$159
12-01
$141
12-02
$102
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to New York City was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $102

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rocky Mount to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $102 to $496 for a bus ticket from Rocky Mount to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound, Wanda Coach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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