Train from Washington, DC, US to Providence: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Providence on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Providence StationCheapest
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Union Station
Providence StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Providence StationNo tags
NextGen AcelaTrain
Union Station
Providence StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Providence StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
11h 50mAverage duration
349 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£26 - £188Average duration11h 50m
14kg CO₂e
Average price£41 - £594Average duration7h 7m
52kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Providence by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Providence?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Providence start from £41. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Providence?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Providence is 7h 7m, covering a distance of 357 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 56m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Providence route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Providence?

    The earliest train from Washington to Providence departs at 04:54. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Washington to Providence?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Providence?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Washington to Providence?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Providence?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/11
£225
27/11
£94
Today
£178
29/11
£277
30/11
£277
01/12
No data
02/12
£94
03/12
£51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Providence was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Providence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £51 to £613 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £51, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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