4.0
Pros: Very relaxing. Cons: Be more on-time. Tips: Alllow additional time for your trip.
4.0
Pros: Sat next to a very pleasant lady. Cons: Train to leave and arrive on time!! Tips: Patience.
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There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Richmond to Rocky Mount.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 266.32 | Avg. PriceRON 349.83 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration5h 13m | Duration4h 23m |
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Richmond to Rocky Mount. Traveling by train from Richmond to Rocky Mount usually takes 4 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in 2 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 112 mi (181 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 3m |
| Lowest price | RON 116.65 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 5 |

Average score for trains from Richmond to Rocky Mount
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: Very relaxing. Cons: Be more on-time. Tips: Alllow additional time for your trip.
4.0
Pros: Sat next to a very pleasant lady. Cons: Train to leave and arrive on time!! Tips: Patience.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Richmond to Rocky Mount was RON 159.86. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 16 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 123.31 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
There are 5 train lines with service from Richmond to Rocky Mount. Amtrak is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 7h 44m | RON 283.86 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 2h 7m | RON 268.22 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 2h 3m | RON 365.38 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 2h 9m | RON 230.93 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 2h 3m | RON 311.94 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Richmond to Rocky Mount every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 156.
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 Richmond and Rocky Mount, 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 2 hours and 7 minutes.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Richmond to Rocky Mount start from RON 117, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Rocky Mount. Amtrak Floridian in Richmond leaves from 7519 Staples Mill Rd . And in Rocky Mount trains arrive at 101 Coastline St .
From Richmond to Rocky Mount train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 2 hours and 3 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Rocky Mount on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Richmond.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Richmond to Rocky Mount is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Richmond to Rocky Mount start from RON 160 and the average train journey lasts about 2 hours and 3 minutes.
Trains departing from Richmond to Rocky Mount tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Richmond at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Rocky Mount. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rocky Mount to Richmond.



As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travelers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.
Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.
Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.
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.

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Link to image attributionLocated around 5 miles north of Richmond’s city center, the Amtrak Station on Staples Mill Road is Amtrak’s busiest transport hub in the Southeast Region. The station was built in 1975 to replace the downtown Main Street Station. It now serves as an important terminal for routes traveling up and down the American East. Passengers can venture north onboard the Northeast Regional service—Amtrak’s busiest route—to Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston. Richmond’s Amtrak Station also offers several southward connections to vacation destinations along the East Coast in [South Carolina(/train-tickets/us-sc/), Georgia, and Florida. In addition, the GRTC bus service is available from the station for transport into downtown Richmond.
7519 Staples Mill Rd
1500 E Main St
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