Bus from Rocky Mount to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rocky Mount to New York City on December 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Wanda CoachBus
#7023 NC HWY 4, Battleboro
95 Canal StCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Rocky Mount Bus Stop
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rocky Mount to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
9h 10mAverage Duration
630 kmDistance
57kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$83 - $510Average Duration21h 5m
16kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$114 - $1,500Average Duration9h 10m
57kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rocky Mount to New York City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rocky Mount to New York City start from $83. The average price for this route is around $144. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Rocky Mount to New York City is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 634 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Wanda Coach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rocky Mount to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Wanda Coach, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Rocky Mount to New York City at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 5:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    A bus trip from Rocky Mount to New York City generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rocky Mount to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-22
$155
12-23
$155
Today
$155
12-25
$155
12-26
$155
12-27
$155
12-28
$155
12-29
$155
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to New York City was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $155

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rocky Mount to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $155 to $258 for a bus ticket from Rocky Mount to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-12-25.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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