NC → SC · about 246 miles
Rocky Mount to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Rocky Mount to Charleston. The fastest takes 4 hours 53 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:13 PM and the last at 11:55 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 4h 53m
- First train
- 5:13 PM
- Last train
- 11:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Rocky Mount and arrives at Charleston Amtrak Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:13 PM | 10:21 PM | 5h 08m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:55 PM | 4:48 AM +1 day | 4h 53m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Rocky Mount Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Rocky Mount
- Rocky Mount Bus Stop Map of Rocky Mount Bus Stop (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Rocky Mount
Questions
How long is the train from Rocky Mount to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 53 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 8 minutes.
What time is the first train from Rocky Mount to Charleston?
The earliest departure is at 5:13 PM (Daily) and the last at 11:55 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Rocky Mount to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Rocky Mount?
Trains to Charleston leave from Rocky Mount Bus Stop.