How much is the train ticket from Rocky Mount to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Rocky Mount to Washington start from R 778. The average price for this train route is around R 829. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Rocky Mount to Washington is 4h 51m, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 36m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rocky Mount to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rocky Mount to Washington?

The earliest train from Rocky Mount to Washington departs at 01:29. And the latest train departs at 14:13.

Train Rocky Mount to Washington from R 733 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Rocky Mount to Washington on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	4h 57m	19:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to Washington on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:13	Rocky Mount	4h 57m	19:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to Washington on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to Washington on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	Fastest
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to Washington on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	Fastest
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Rocky Mount to Washington on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:40	Rocky Mount	4h 51m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	Fastest
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	01:29	Rocky Mount	4h 56m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:36	Rocky Mount	4h 36m	15:12	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rocky Mount to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 4 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just R 778, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 51mAverage duration

337 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 760 - R 1 638	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 778 - R 2 361	Average duration4h 51m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 778

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Rocky Mount to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Rocky Mount to Washington start from R 778. The average price for this train route is around R 829. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rocky Mount to Washington?
The average train journey time from Rocky Mount to Washington is 4h 51m, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rocky Mount to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rocky Mount to Washington?
The earliest train from Rocky Mount to Washington departs at 01:29. And the latest train departs at 14:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/01

R 733

29/01

R 782

Today

R 782

31/01

R 733

01/02

R 733

02/02

R 733

03/02

R 733

04/02

R 733

The cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 733

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 R 733 to R 12 855 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 R 733, which is on 2026-01-31.

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 time12h 20m	Avg priceR 1 052	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 51m	Avg priceR 829	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 R 829 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 778. 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 51m – that's the fastest way to get there!