- Must visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
135 Northeast Regional
65 Northeast Regional
167 Northeast Regional
2259 NextGen Acela
2271 Acela
2267 Acela
2259 NextGen Acela
2259 Acela
2255 NextGen Acela
2255 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £216.
Distance: 378 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £377 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday 7 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2151 NextGen Acela | 5:36 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h32 | 10:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:50 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h06 | 11:56 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:38 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h39 | 12:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:52 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h23 | 14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:52 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 7h13 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:37 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h34 | 14:11 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 9:37 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h54 | 15:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 9:37 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 6h28 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
93 Northeast Regional | 10:01 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h23 | 15:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 11:01 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h27 | 16:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 Acela | 11:55 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h30 | 16:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 12:21 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h08 | 17:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 13:37 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h32 | 18:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 14:17 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h35 | 19:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 15:48 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h41 | 20:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 15:56 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h23 | 21:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 18:10 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h35 | 23:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 19:25 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h26 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 20:28 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h11 | 1:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Providence Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Providence, RI and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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