The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€51
Fastest journey on Sep 12
47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
48 m
Trains on Sep 12
8
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to Boston, MA will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 8 trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
168 Northeast Regional10:35 PM0h51Providence Station, Providence, RI11:26 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€61One-way0 transfers
88 Northeast Regional6:30 PM0h53Providence Station, Providence, RI7:23 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€101One-way0 transfers
194 Northeast Regional8:31 PM0h47Providence Station, Providence, RI9:18 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€101One-way0 transfers
150 Northeast Regional10:29 AM0h47Providence Station, Providence, RI11:16 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€221One-way0 transfers
160 Northeast Regional12:46 PM0h49Providence Station, Providence, RI1:35 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€261One-way0 transfers
150 Northeast Regional10:29 AM0h47Providence Station, Providence, RI11:16 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€221One-way0 transfers
194 Northeast Regional8:31 PM0h47Providence Station, Providence, RI9:18 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€101One-way0 transfers
2260 NextGen Acela9:16 PM0h48Providence Station, Providence, RI10:04 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€1641One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional9:17 AM0h48Providence Station, Providence, RI10:05 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€301One-way0 transfers
160 Northeast Regional12:46 PM0h49Providence Station, Providence, RI1:35 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, while a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 66 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Boston, MA:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Providence, RI to Boston, MA costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 7m.
Live departures
Providence, RI to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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172 Northeast Regional | 2:32 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h56 | 3:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2154 Acela | 2:48 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h46 | 3:34 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 4:34 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h51 | 5:25 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2156 NextGen Acela | 5:09 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h54 | 6:03 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 6:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h03 | 7:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 7:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h47 | 8:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 8:43 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h53 | 9:36 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 9:10 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h48 | 9:58 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 9:12 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h54 | 10:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 10:47 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h50 | 11:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 10:52 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h58 | 11:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 11:29 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h46 | 12:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 9:17 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h48 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 10:29 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h47 | 11:16 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 12:46 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h49 | 1:35 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 46m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, MBTA from Providence, RI to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, MBTA trains will get you between Providence, RI and Boston, MA 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: Trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Most Providence, RI to Boston, MA trains use the Providence Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Providence, RI and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Providence, RI station do trains to Boston, MA leave from?
Getting to Providence Station from Providence city centre
Providence Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Union Station Brewery, The Capital Grille
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Providence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Providence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Providence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Providence Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Omni Providence Hotel, Graduate Providence, Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel.
Which Boston, MA station do trains from Providence, RI arrive at?
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
Back Bay 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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