How much is the train ticket from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia is 7h 38m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Rocky Mount to Philadelphia route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?

The earliest train departs from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia at 2:29am. And the latest train departs at 2:13pm.

Train Rocky Mount to Philadelphia from $65 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Rocky Mount to Philadelphia on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	2:13pm	Rocky Mount	7h 38m	9:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	11:40am	Rocky Mount	7h 20m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	2:13pm	Rocky Mount	7h 38m	9:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36am	Rocky Mount	8h 27m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:36am	Rocky Mount	8h 27m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rocky Mount to Philadelphia on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:13pm	Rocky Mount	7h 38m	9:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	2:29am	Rocky Mount	7h 19m	9:48am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	2:29am	Rocky Mount	7h 19m	9:48am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	Rocky Mount	7h 20m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	Rocky Mount	7h 20m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

13h 35mAverage Duration

313 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $274	Average Duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $2,013	Average Duration7h 38m	CO₂ emissions 46kg 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $69

Amtrak Rocky Mount Philadelphia recent customer reviews

One male worker was extremely rude while I was having a panic attack

Shanice S.

June 8, 2025

Quiet and fast arrival

Austin A.

June 21, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia is 7h 38m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Rocky Mount to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia at 2:29am. And the latest train departs at 2:13pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$111

12/11

$133

Today

$111

12/13

$111

12/14

No data

12/15

$78

12/16

$77

12/17

$70

The cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $70

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $70 to $1,702 for a train ticket from Rocky Mount to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-17.