How much is the train ticket from Providence to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Providence to Boston start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Providence to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Providence to Boston is 41m, covering a distance of 41 miles (66 km). The quickest train can get you there in 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Providence to Boston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 55 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Providence to Boston?

The earliest train departs from Providence to Boston at 12:26am. And the latest train departs at 11:29pm.

What is the best train operator from Providence to Boston?

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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Boston?

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Providence to Boston?

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

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Providence to Boston?

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.

Train Providence to Boston from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:52pm	Providence Station	39m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	10:20pm	Providence Station	29m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	10:20pm	Providence Station	29m	10:49pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:52pm	Providence Station	39m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	11:29pm	Providence Station	29m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43pm	Providence Station	31m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:31pm	Providence Station	32m	9:03pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	12:26am	Providence Station	27m	12:53am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	12:26am	Providence Station	27m	12:53am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:24pm	Providence Station	35m	8:59pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:45am	Providence Station	26m	11:11am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:29am	Providence Station	31m	11:00am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:26am	Providence Station	33m	12:59am	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	12:26am	Providence Station	33m	12:59am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43pm	Providence Station	31m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43pm	Providence Station	31m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Boston on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:12pm	Providence Station	36m	9:48pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	9:17am	Providence Station	25m	9:42am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:41am	Providence Station	28m	9:09am	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Providence to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

55train per day

41mAverage Duration

41 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $55	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $254	Average Duration41m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting its quick and convenient transportation. The staff at the ticket booth were noted for being very helpful. Additionally, travelers appreciated that the rides were fast and on time. However, there was a suggestion for better updates regarding changes in train times through the app.

Amtrak Providence Boston recent customer reviews

Bought the wrong ticket prov to boston does not always mean to south station

William H.

August 8, 2024

The people at the ticket booth/cloak were all very helpful

Minako S.

July 6, 2024

Quick, convenient transportation from RI to Boston, relaxing vs driving.

Irene H.

September 25, 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Providence to Boston, MA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Providence to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Providence to Boston start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Providence to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Providence to Boston is 41m, covering a distance of 41 miles (66 km). The quickest train can get you there in 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Providence to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 55 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Providence to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Providence to Boston at 12:26am. And the latest train departs at 11:29pm.
What is the best train operator from Providence to Boston?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Providence to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Providence to Boston?
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

12/09

$6

12/10

$6

Today

$6

12/12

$6

12/13

$6

12/14

$11

12/15

$6

12/16

$6

The cheapest trip from Providence to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $307 for a train ticket from Providence to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-12.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Providence to Boston, MA, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 15m	Avg Price$32	Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time41m	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures55

The best way to travel between Providence and Boston, MA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $22 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Boston, MA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Providence to Boston, MA, US in about 41m - that's the fastest way to get there!