- Must visit
RISD Museum
Brown University museum with art, archaeology and changing exhibitions; a rewarding stop on College Hill.
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 17 trains that leave Boston, MA for Providence, RI every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 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.
95 Northeast Regional
171 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
173 Northeast Regional
93 Northeast Regional
2193 Acela
2151 NextGen Acela
2167 Acela
2159 NextGen Acela
2171 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 66 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Providence, RI trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 6:48 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h36 | 7:36 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 8:51 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h35 | 9:35 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 9:58 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 10:59 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 NextGen Acela | 11:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 11:54 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 12:19 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 13:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h35 | 13:35 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 13:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h40 | 14:17 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h36 | 15:46 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 15:54 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 17:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 18:08 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2193 Acela | 18:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h34 | 18:39 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 19:23 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 19:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 20:26 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h34 | 5:34 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Boston, MA to Providence, RI run on average 15 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 38m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Providence, RI — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Providence, RI trip today.
Brown University museum with art, archaeology and changing exhibitions; a rewarding stop on College Hill.
Family-friendly museum with hands-on science and culture exhibits in Union Station, excellent for curious children and adults alike.
Historic house museum with decorative arts, period rooms and changing exhibitions in a quiet East Side setting.
Historic street lined with preserved houses, churches and plaques; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and local history.
Riverfront park and walkway linking downtown sights, popular for strolls, skyline views and WaterFire events.
Leafy East Side neighbourhood with Brown, RISD and attractive streets, combining campus energy with historic homes.
Grilled Italian-American sausage with peppers, onions and sauce, long tied to Rhode Island diners, festivals and sandwich shops.
Rhode Island’s signature seasoned veal-and-pork meat sauce on a small hot dog with mustard, onion and celery salt. A defining local late-night bite.
Clear, savoury clam broth served with chopped quahogs and potato. Unlike creamy New England chowder, Rhode Island’s version is lighter and very local.
Established downtown restaurant serving refined Italian dishes and regional ingredients in a polished, comfortable room.
Well-known local bakery-café on Federal Hill, ideal for pizza strips, pastries and classic Italian-American Providence snacks.
Historic Federal Hill institution known for hot wieners, sandwiches and old-school Rhode Island casual dining.
Moderate for a US city: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses can keep transport costs fairly manageable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. In cafés, round up or add $1 per drink.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston, MA to Providence, RI trains use the South Station to Providence Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Providence, RI train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Providence Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union Station Brewery, The Capital Grille
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Providence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Providence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Providence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Providence Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence Station.
Nearby hotels include Omni Providence Hotel, Graduate Providence, Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel.
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