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Beall-Dawson Museum
Local history museum in a restored home with exhibits on Rockville families, community life, and changing daily routines.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$424
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$424
Fastest journey on Sep 20
20 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
20 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Rockville, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Rockville, MD will cost around $424 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $424.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Rockville, MD without transferring at least once.
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2271 · 40Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Rockville, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, while a flight costs an average of $490.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$224 Average price | $490 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Rockville, MD:
A bus is $164 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Rockville, MD costing on average $224.
A bus is $430 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Rockville, MD costing on average $490.
Other travel options to Rockville, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 4h 57m.
Tickets start at around $224 compared to roughly $75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-149.75. The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Rockville, MD trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:49 PM New York, NY | 3h23 | 4:12 PM Rockville, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM New York, NY | 5h16 | 8:21 PM Rockville, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM New York, NY | 5h11 | 9:21 PM Rockville, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New York, NY to Rockville, MD run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
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Discover the best of Rockville, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rockville, MD trip today.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Rockville, MD by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rockville, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Rockville, MD trains use the Penn Station to Rockville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Rockville, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Blue Bottle Coffee, Magnolia Bakery, Starbucks, The Pennsy Food Hall, Nick + Stef's Steakhouse, Penn & Sushi, Krispy Kreme Donuts, T.G.I. Friday's, NY Pizza Suprema, Blarney Stone, & many more
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
Rockville Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Rockville Station.
Available at Rockville Station: Parking.
Available at Rockville Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rockville Station.
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