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

Next departures

Next departures from Providence to Washington on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Providence Station
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak Acela
Providence Station
Union StationFastest
Amtrak Acela
Providence Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Providence Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak Acela
Providence Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Providence to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 727, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
11h 20mAverage duration
577 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 727 - R 4 486Average duration11h 20m
14kg CO₂e
Average priceR 896 - R 17 887Average duration7h 15m
52kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Providence to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Providence to Washington start from R 896. The average price for this train route is around R 3 091. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Providence to Washington is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 576 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 3m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

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

    The earliest train from Providence to Washington departs at 05:40. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

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

    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 Providence to Washington?

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

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

    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 Providence to Washington?

    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
10/12
R 845
11/12
R 845
Today
R 4 484
13/12
R 1 121
14/12
R 4 984
15/12
R 1 121
16/12
R 1 001
17/12
R 1 121
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Providence to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 845

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

You can expect to pay from R 845 to R 13 606 for a train ticket from Providence to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 001, which is on 2025-12-16.

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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