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RISD Museum
Brown University museum with art, archaeology and changing exhibitions; a rewarding stop on College Hill.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
1 h 46 m
Trains on 29 Oct
7
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Providence, RI will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 7 trains from New Haven, CT to Providence, RI, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.










Trains from New Haven, CT to Providence, RI run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 23:04 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from New Haven, CT to Providence, RI.
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Providence, RI trains for today, Tuesday 27 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 7:26 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h49 | 9:15 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1150 Northeast Regional | 9:01 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h47 | 10:48 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1160 Northeast Regional | 10:47 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h46 | 12:33 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1162 Northeast Regional | 11:47 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h35 | 13:22 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
2148 Acela [NextGen] | 13:05 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h37 | 14:42 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional | 14:46 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h47 | 16:33 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 16:03 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h47 | 17:50 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 17:00 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h55 | 18:55 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 18:44 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h49 | 20:33 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 20:49 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h55 | 22:44 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:01 New Haven, CT | 1h51 | 2:52 Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:42 New Haven, CT | 1h47 | 3:29 Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:49 New Haven, CT | 1h55 | 3:44 Providence, RI | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Providence, RI trains use the Union Station to Providence Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Haven, CT and Providence, RI train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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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