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Pros: It was great an no complaints. Cons: No complaints. Tips: Arrive 15 minutes ahead of departure.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Rocky Mount to Raleigh. Traveling by train from Rocky Mount to Raleigh usually takes one hour and 31 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in one hour and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (78 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 28m |
| Lowest price | $21.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Floridian |
| Train lines | 2 |

Average score for trains from Rocky Mount to Raleigh
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: It was great an no complaints. Cons: No complaints. Tips: Arrive 15 minutes ahead of departure.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Rocky Mount and Raleigh cost $22.00, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 11 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $5.72 more.
2 train services operate from Rocky Mount to Raleigh. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 1h 36m | $21.83 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 1h 28m | $28.36 |
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between Rocky Mount and Raleigh, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 1 hours and 36 minutes.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Rocky Mount to Raleigh start from $22, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Raleigh. Amtrak Floridian in Rocky Mount leaves from 101 Coastline St . And in Raleigh trains arrive at Union Station .
From Rocky Mount to Raleigh train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 1 hours and 28 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Raleigh on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Rocky Mount.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Rocky Mount to Raleigh. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Rocky Mount at 4:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Rocky Mount twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Raleigh with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Raleigh to Rocky Mount.
Rocky Mount is a beautiful part of Eastern North Carolina and has plenty of things to do for everyone. The pristine Rocky Mount Mills, the city's excellent (and kid-friendly) parks, restaurants, and locations to get some beer are among our favorites.
In Rocky Mount, there are a plethora of enjoyable opportunities to get outside and experience nature. Whether you prefer gaming, water, or hiking, they've got you covered. The Sunset Amusement Park, for instance, has a train, a splash pad, a carousel, a skate park, a playground, a disc golf course, tennis courts, and so much more! For $5 a day, you can use the park or rent it out for your next event.
The Imperial Centre brings together some of Rocky Mount's top attractions in one location. For starters, the Community Theatre is a great place to see and participate in a production. A hands-on science museum is also available for children. Your children will have a great time learning about and exploring the world around them. On-site is the Cummins Planetarium, which has the most up-to-date full-dome video and laser light performances. In addition, the Arts Center is packed with exhibits and courses where you can create your own masterpiece.
Wanda Coach services the area with a fleet of buses, and Amtrak has several train lines going from Baltimore, Washington, Newark, and New York to Rocky Mount.



As an up-and-coming smart city, Raleigh has a wide range of activities that will satisfy all kinds of travelers. One of the most famous destinations in the city is the Neuse River Trail, which boasts 28 miles of a scenic path running through Wake Forest. It goes through not only forests but also wetlands, allowing walkers and cyclists to take a breather from the concrete jungle and be one with nature. Raleigh is also a famous research city, so it makes sense to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. With a permanent collection that attracts all ages, including whale skeletons and seahorse diorama, the museum is a great spot that you should not miss out on. If you wish to go shopping the old-fashioned way, the Raleigh City Market, which opened more than a century ago, allows you to meander through various small boutiques.
Raleigh’s reputation as a foodie haven is on a steady rise, and it currently houses five different establishments by chef Ashley Christensen, of which Poole’s Diner is particularly noteworthy. If you are looking for authentic North Carolina-style barbecues, Clyde Cooper’s stands among the most popular choices.
Raleigh’s main bus station is located outside of the city center at 2210 Capital Blvd. The city’s Amtrak station is one of the busiest in the country, and there are daily trains running from Raleigh to New York City, Charlotte and Miami, among other places. The principal airport in the region is the Raleigh–Durham International Airport, which is northwest of Downtown.
There is one train station in Rocky Mount.
101 Coastline St

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Link to image attributionThe new multi-million dollar facility of Raleigh’s Union Station has quickly become one of the busiest train stations in North Carolina. Since opening in 2018, the station has expanded to serve over 150,000 passengers every year. Raleigh Union Station is an Amtrak station with routes connecting to major cities along the East Coast, including trips to New York City on the Carolinian or as far as Miami on Amtrak’s Silver Service. In addition, Amtrak’s Piedmont service from Charlotte ends its route in Raleigh. The station is a multi-level facility with tracks on the lower platform and retail shops on the main levels. It’s located in the heart of downtown, within a short walk of Nash Square, the CAM Raleigh art museum, and various restaurant options.
Union Station
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