NJ → NC · about 383 miles
Newark to Rocky Mount train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Newark to Rocky Mount. The fastest takes 8 hours 59 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:19 AM and the last at 2:53 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 8h 59m
- First train
- 6:19 AM
- Last train
- 2:53 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Newark and arrives at Rocky Mount. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:19 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 49m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:24 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 04m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:53 PM | 11:52 PM | 8h 59m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Newark Where you get off in Rocky Mount The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Newark
Where the train stops in Rocky Mount
- Rocky Mount Bus Stop Map of Rocky Mount Bus Stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Rocky Mount to Newark
Questions
How long is the train from Newark to Rocky Mount?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 59 minutes; the typical trip is 10 hours 4 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newark to Rocky Mount?
The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM (Daily) and the last at 2:53 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Newark to Rocky Mount?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newark?
Trains to Rocky Mount leave from Newark (Amtrak).