How much is the train ticket from Rocky Mount to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Rocky Mount to New York City start from R 1 399. The average price for this train route is around R 2 705. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Rocky Mount to New York City?

The average train journey time from Rocky Mount to New York City is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 630 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rocky Mount to New York City route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Rocky Mount to New York City departs at 02:29. And the latest train departs at 14:13.

Train Rocky Mount to New York City from R 1 332 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Rocky Mount to New York City on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to New York City on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 51m	11:20	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	9h 19m	19:55	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to New York City on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	9h 47m	20:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	9h 47m	20:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to New York City on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	9h 47m	20:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to New York City on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	9h 10m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	02:29	Rocky Mount	8h 49m	11:18	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	9h 47m	20:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	8h 55m	20:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 1 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

9h 10mAverage duration

630 kmDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 083 - R 6 261	Average duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 399 - R 14 962	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 399

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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 train ticket from Rocky Mount to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Rocky Mount to New York City start from R 1 399. The average price for this train route is around R 2 705. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rocky Mount to New York City?
The average train journey time from Rocky Mount to New York City is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 630 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rocky Mount to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rocky Mount to New York City?
The earliest train from Rocky Mount to New York City departs at 02:29. And the latest train departs at 14:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 2 594

11/12

R 2 594

Today

R 2 594

13/12

R 2 594

14/12

R 2 594

15/12

R 1 487

16/12

R 1 487

17/12

R 1 487

The cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to New York City was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 487

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 487 to R 19 898 for a train 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 R 1 487, which is on 2025-12-15.