The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£222
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA will cost around £222 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 16 trains that leave Providence, RI for Philadelphia, PA 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 378 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
169 Northeast Regional
163 Northeast Regional
65 Northeast Regional
135 Northeast Regional
165 Northeast Regional
2253 Acela
2255 Acela
2249 Acela
169 Northeast Regional
195 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA
Omio 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 £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 14m. 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 £37, and a flight costs an average of £237.
Distance: 378 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£138 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £373 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m 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.
Live departures
Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2151 Acela | 10:40 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h28 | 15:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 11:50 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h06 | 16:56 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 Acela | 12:50 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h20 | 17:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 13:52 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h23 | 19:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 13:52 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 7h13 | 21:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 14:46 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 6h19 | 21:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 Acela | 14:46 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h26 | 19:12 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 14:46 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h45 | 20:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
93 Northeast Regional | 15:01 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h20 | 20:21 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 16:01 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h29 | 21:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2163 Acela | 16:43 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h25 | 21:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 17:21 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h13 | 22:34 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 18:41 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h32 | 23:13 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 19:17 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h33 | 00:50 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2169 Acela | 19:37 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h32 | 00:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 20:56 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h11 | 02:07 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 23:10 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h35 | 04:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
65 Northeast Regional | 00:25 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h24 | 05:49 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 01:28 Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h11 | 06:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA
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 £35 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Providence, RI and Philadelphia, PA from £35. 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 Philadelphia, PA train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Providence, RI and Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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