The cheapest and fastest trains from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$411
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $411 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Sun, Apr 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 8 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest trains will take 9 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
90 Palmetto2:13 PM7h38Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC9:51 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1731One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian11:40 AM7h20Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC7:00 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2801One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian · 158 Northeast Regional10:36 AM9h26Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC8:02 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$3661One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor · 164 Northeast Regional1:29 AM9h33Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC11:02 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6081One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor1:29 AM7h39Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC9:08 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6301One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian11:40 AM7h20Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC7:00 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2801One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto2:13 PM7h38Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC9:51 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1731One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor1:29 AM7h39Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC9:08 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6301One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian · 158 Northeast Regional10:36 AM9h26Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC8:02 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$3661One-way1 transfer
98 Silver Meteor · 164 Northeast Regional1:29 AM9h33Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC11:02 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$6081One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $328.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$109 Average price | $382 Average price | $84 Average price Cheapest |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
98 Silver Meteor | 5:29 AM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 7h46 | 1:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor · 164 Northeast Regional | 5:29 AM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 9h33 | 3:02 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian · 158 Northeast Regional | 2:36 PM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 9h26 | 12:02 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian | 3:40 PM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 7h20 | 11:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 6:13 PM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 7h38 | 1:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 20m |
First train 6:29 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $55 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
