The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC
Cheapest price
$147
Average price
$227
Fastest journey
6 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC will cost around $227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.
Of the 5 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Rocky Mount, NC on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 6 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 42 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €71, and a bus costs an average of €139.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€71 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price |
7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 20m Average total duration 19h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Philadelphia, PA | 6h57 | 2:27 PM Rocky Mount, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:39 AM Philadelphia, PA | 6h48 | 2:27 PM Rocky Mount, NC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:36 AM Philadelphia, PA | 7h06 | 3:42 PM Rocky Mount, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 6h42 | 3:42 PM Rocky Mount, NC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Philadelphia, PA | 6h55 | 6:05 PM Rocky Mount, NC | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:29, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average train duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 02:29 |
Last train 16:23 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Rocky Mount, NC from $88 (€71). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC 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 Rocky Mount, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Rocky Mount, NC
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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