How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Providence start from R 9 206. The average price for this train route is around R 13 033. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Diego to Providence?

The average train journey time from San Diego to Providence is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 4123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Diego to Providence route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from San Diego to Providence departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.

Train San Diego to Providence from R 44 131 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Diego to Providence on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 6h	23:29	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	14:10	Old Town San Diego	3d 4h	21:10	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	14:01	Santa Fe Depot	3d 4h	21:10	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	14:01	Santa Fe Depot	3d 6h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:24 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego 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 3 days, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 5 566, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

3d 9hAverage duration

4123 kmDistance

103kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 5 566 - R 11 044	Average duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 9 206 - R 20 420	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 375kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 649 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5649 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 9 206

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Providence start from R 9 206. The average price for this train route is around R 13 033. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Providence?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Providence is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 4123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Providence route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Providence?
The earliest train from San Diego to Providence departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.

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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Providence was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 44 131

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

You can expect to pay from R 44 131 to R 44 612 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 44 612, which is on 2025-12-16.