How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Providence start from R 2 179. The average price for this train route is around R 3 966. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Providence?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Providence is 18h 55m, covering a distance of 1098 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Providence route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Providence?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Providence departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:45.

Train Charlotte to Providence from R 2 004 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Providence on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Providence on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Providence on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Providence on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	16h 54m	22:25	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	16h 54m	22:25	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 55m	00:26	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	16h 54m	22:25	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Providence on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Providence on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:15	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte 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 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 396, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

21h 30mAverage duration

1100 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 396 - R 4 597	Average duration21h 30m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 179 - R 19 243	Average duration18h 55m	CO₂ emissions 100kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 179

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Providence by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Providence start from R 2 179. The average price for this train route is around R 3 966. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Providence?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Providence is 18h 55m, covering a distance of 1098 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Providence route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Providence?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Providence departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/01

R 3 177

27/01

R 2 591

Today

R 2 265

29/01

R 4 090

30/01

R 2 591

31/01

R 3 177

01/02

R 3 177

02/02

R 2 786

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Providence was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 265

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 265 to R 12 855 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 591, which is on 2026-01-30.