The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to New York, NY will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 13 trains that leave Providence, RI for New York, NY every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
179 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
177 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
85 Northeast Regional
2159 Acela
2167 Acela
2153 Acela
179 Northeast Regional
85 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Providence, RI to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 249 km
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3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Providence, RI to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to New York, NY trains for today, Sunday 1 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
195 Northeast Regional | 12:15 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h36 | 15:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2271 Acela | 12:52 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h18 | 16:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 14:19 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h37 | 17:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 15:20 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h31 | 18:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 15:48 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h40 | 19:28 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 17:57 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h41 | 21:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 Acela | 18:44 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h04 | 21:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 19:19 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h33 | 22:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 20:50 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h41 | 00:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 22:23 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h43 | 02:06 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2275 Acela | 23:00 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h10 | 02:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 February | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 00:25 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h37 | 04:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 01:36 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h23 | 04:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence, RI to New York, NY
Trains from Providence, RI to New York, NY run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 01:49 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Providence, RI to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Providence, RI and New York, NY from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Providence, RI to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Providence, RI and New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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