The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
17
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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 17 trains that leave Providence, RI for Boston, MA on Wed, Apr 29, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 29 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 46 m .
On Wed, Apr 29 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.
184 Northeast Regional8:43 PM0h53Providence Station, Providence, RI9:36 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€51One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional11:29 PM0h46Providence Station, Providence, RI12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€51One-way0 transfers
94 Northeast Regional9:12 PM0h54Providence Station, Providence, RI10:06 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€51One-way0 transfers
176 Northeast Regional10:52 PM0h58Providence Station, Providence, RI11:50 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€101One-way0 transfers
190 Northeast Regional11:17 AM0h49Providence Station, Providence, RI12:06 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€161One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional11:29 PM0h46Providence Station, Providence, RI12:15 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€51One-way0 transfers
2150 Acela10:57 AM0h47Providence Station, Providence, RI11:44 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€1111One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional9:17 AM0h48Providence Station, Providence, RI10:05 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA€291One-way0 transfers
2170 NextGen Acela9:10 PM0h48Providence Station, Providence, RI9:58 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€1111One-way0 transfers
190 Northeast Regional11:17 AM0h49Providence Station, Providence, RI12:06 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA€161One-way0 transfers
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Compare bus and train 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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 66 km
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1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Providence, RI to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Boston, MA trains for today, Tuesday, April 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2162 Acela | 3:30 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h52 | 4:22 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 4:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h51 | 4:52 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 | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 7:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h50 | 7:51 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 | |
2170 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 | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 10:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h50 | 11:07 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 | |
2190 Acela | 8:13 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h52 | 9:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 9:17 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h48 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2192 Acela | 10:14 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h53 | 11:07 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 10:57 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h47 | 11:44 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 11:17 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h49 | 12:06 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 12:20 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h51 | 1:11 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 2:32 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h56 | 3:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 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 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 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
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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