The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to New York, NY
Cheapest price
€136
Average price
€264
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
17
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to New York, NY will cost around €264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €136.
Of the 17 trains that leave Providence, RI for New York, NY on Sun, May 31, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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 Regional8:36 PM3h23Providence Station, Providence, RI11:59 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€1361One-way0 transfers
99 Northeast Regional9:19 AM3h37Providence Station, Providence, RI12:56 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2071One-way0 transfers
67 Northeast Regional7:25 PM3h37Providence Station, Providence, RI11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2071One-way0 transfers
87 Northeast Regional10:48 AM3h40Providence Station, Providence, RI2:28 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2071One-way0 transfers
2271 NextGen Acela7:52 AM3h18Providence Station, Providence, RI11:10 AMPenn Station, New York, NY€2101One-way0 transfers
2255 Acela1:40 PM3h08Providence Station, Providence, RI4:48 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€3931One-way0 transfers
2265 NextGen Acela10:00 AM3h13Providence Station, Providence, RI1:13 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€3931One-way0 transfers
2295 Acela6:52 PM3h14Providence Station, Providence, RI10:06 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2531One-way0 transfers
2259 Acela5:00 PM3h14Providence Station, Providence, RI8:14 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€2531One-way0 transfers
2275 NextGen Acela5:56 PM3h15Providence Station, Providence, RI9:11 PMPenn Station, New York, NY€3161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. 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 bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 249 km
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€84 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €289 Average price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2249 NextGen Acela | 6:42 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h15 | 9:57 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 7:15 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h36 | 10:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2271 NextGen Acela | 7:52 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h18 | 11:10 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 9:19 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h37 | 12:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h31 | 1:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 10:48 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h40 | 2:28 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 12:20 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h31 | 3:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 1:40 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h08 | 4:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 2:19 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h33 | 5:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 3:50 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h49 | 7:39 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 Acela | 5:00 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h14 | 8:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
167 Northeast Regional | 5:23 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h44 | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 7:25 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h37 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 8:36 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h23 | 11:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 16 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Peter Pan Bus Lines from Providence, RI to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Peter Pan Bus Lines trains will get you between Providence, RI and New York, NY from €16. 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 New York, NY
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
Popular train stations from Providence, RI to 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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