DC → NC · about 209 miles

Washington to Rocky Mount train schedule

Amtrak runs 28 direct trains a week from Washington to Rocky Mount. The fastest takes 4 hours 13 minutes; the first train leaves at 12:55 PM and the last at 7:24 PM.

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Trains a week
28
Fastest trip
4h 13m
First train
12:55 PM
Last train
7:24 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Washington Union Station 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.

Direct trains from Washington, DC to Rocky Mount, NC
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
12:55 PM5:08 PM4h 13mDailyAmtrak
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1:05 PM5:28 PM4h 23mDailyAmtrak
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1:48 PM6:10 PM4h 22mDailyAmtrak
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7:24 PM11:52 PM4h 28mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Rocky Mount The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Washington

Where the train stops in Rocky Mount

Return trip: Rocky Mount to Washington

Questions

How long is the train from Washington to Rocky Mount?

The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 13 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 22 minutes.

What time is the first train from Washington to Rocky Mount?

The earliest departure is at 12:55 PM (Daily) and the last at 7:24 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Washington to Rocky Mount?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Washington?

Trains to Rocky Mount leave from Washington (Union Station).