How much does a train ticket from Rocky Mount to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Rocky Mount to Washington is $51. The best way to find train tickets from Rocky Mount to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Rocky Mount to Washington?

A train trip between Rocky Mount and Washington is around 4h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 209 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Rocky Mount and Washington?

The number of trains from Rocky Mount to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Rocky Mount to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Rocky Mount to Washington?

When taking the train from Rocky Mount to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Rocky Mount to Washington from $45 | Refundable Tickets

TodayJul 27

TomorrowJul 28

from $71

TueJul 29

from $71

WedJul 30

from $57

ThuJul 31

from $71

FriAug 1

from $71

SatAug 2

SunAug 3

Trains leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 10:27am
Departure city: Rocky Mount
Departure location: Rocky Mount
Arrival time: July 28 at 3:06pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 39m
Departure time: July 28 at 2:29am
Departure city: Rocky Mount
Departure location: Rocky Mount
Arrival time: July 28 at 7:25am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 56m
Departure time: July 28 at 2:29am
Departure city: Rocky Mount
Departure location: Rocky Mount
Arrival time: July 28 at 7:25am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 56m
Departure time: July 28 at 10:27am
Departure city: Rocky Mount
Departure location: Rocky Mount
Arrival time: July 28 at 3:06pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 39m
Departure time: July 28 at 2:13pm
Departure city: Rocky Mount
Departure location: Rocky Mount
Arrival time: July 28 at 7:10pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 57m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $164	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$47 - $146	Average Duration4h 56m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Rocky Mount to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 4 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 56mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest ticket

31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$51

Average train trip duration4h 56m

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure2:29am

Distance209 miles (336 km)

Latest train departure2:13pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,341 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5341 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 $47

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Rocky Mount to Washington Train

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

Best price found

07/25

$78

07/26

$67

Today

$78

07/28

$67

07/29

$67

07/30

$53

07/31

$67

08/01

$67

The cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of $53

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $53 to $978 for a train ticket from Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Rocky Mount and Washington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Washington.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Washington you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Rocky Mount and Washington, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Rocky Mount to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 55m	Avg Price$120	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 56m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Rocky Mount and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $51 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $47. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US in about 4h 56m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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