The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
34 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 £49 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 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 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 Regional6:100h38South Station, Boston, MA6:48Providence Station, Providence, RI£51One-way0 changes
179 Northeast Regional19:470h39South Station, Boston, MA20:26Providence Station, Providence, RI£91One-way0 changes
173 Northeast Regional11:400h39South Station, Boston, MA12:19Providence Station, Providence, RI£151One-way0 changes
171 Northeast Regional8:120h39South Station, Boston, MA8:51Providence Station, Providence, RI£151One-way0 changes
93 Northeast Regional9:200h38South Station, Boston, MA9:58Providence Station, Providence, RI£151One-way0 changes
2155 NextGen Acela7:150h33South Station, Boston, MA7:48Providence Station, Providence, RI£721One-way0 changes
2159 Acela9:100h34South Station, Boston, MA9:44Providence Station, Providence, RI£721One-way0 changes
2193 NextGen Acela18:050h34South Station, Boston, MA18:39Providence Station, Providence, RI£721One-way0 changes
2167 Acela13:050h34South Station, Boston, MA13:39Providence Station, Providence, RI£841One-way0 changes
2171 NextGen Acela15:100h36South Station, Boston, MA15:46Providence Station, Providence, RI£721One-way0 changes
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Compare coach and train for Boston, MA to Providence, RI
Omio 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 £5. 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 £5, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 66 km
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Providence, RI train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Providence, RI trains for today, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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195 Northeast Regional | 10:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 11:14 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2271 Acela | 11:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h36 | 11:51 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 12:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h37 | 13:17 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 13:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h33 | 13:58 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 13:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 14:19 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 13:58 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 14:37 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 16:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h40 | 16:55 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 Acela | 17:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h32 | 17:42 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 17:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 18:18 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2257 NextGen Acela | 18:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h35 | 18:40 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 19:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 19:48 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2259 NextGen Acela | 20:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h33 | 20:58 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 20:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h41 | 21:21 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2275 Acela | 21:25 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h33 | 21:58 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2295 NextGen Acela | 22:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h36 | 22:51 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 22:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h38 | 23:23 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 23:55 South Station, Boston, MA | 0h39 | 0:34 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Providence, RI
Trains from Boston, MA to Providence, RI run on average 16 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 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 £5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak, MBTA from Boston, MA to Providence, RI trainsAmtrak, MBTA trains will get you between Boston, MA and Providence, RI from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Boston, MA to Providence, RI train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Boston, MA and Providence, RI
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Gaspee Street.
- Union Station Brewery
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Omni Providence Hotel
- Graduate Providence
- Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-4
- Bus: RIPTA routes 50, 55, 56, 57, 62, 66, 72
- Train: Amtrak Acela Express, Northeast Regional
- MBTA Commuter Rail
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