NC → FL · about 694 miles

Rocky Mount to Fort Lauderdale train schedule

Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Rocky Mount to Fort Lauderdale. The fastest takes 18 hours 11 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:13 PM and the last at 11:55 PM.

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Trains a week
14
Fastest trip
18h 11m
First train
6:13 PM
Last train
11:55 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Rocky Mount and arrives at Fort Lauderdale 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.

Direct trains from Rocky Mount, NC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
6:13 PM5:31 PM +1 day23h 18mDailyAmtrak
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11:55 PM6:06 PM +1 day18h 11mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Rocky Mount Where you get off in Fort Lauderdale The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Rocky Mount

Where the train stops in Fort Lauderdale

Return trip: Fort Lauderdale to Rocky Mount

Questions

How long is the train from Rocky Mount to Fort Lauderdale?

The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 11 minutes; the typical trip is 23 hours 18 minutes.

What time is the first train from Rocky Mount to Fort Lauderdale?

The earliest departure is at 6:13 PM (Mon) and the last at 11:55 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Rocky Mount to Fort Lauderdale?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Rocky Mount?

Trains to Fort Lauderdale leave from Rocky Mount Bus Stop.