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

The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Providence start from $536. The average price for this train route is around $758. 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 San Diego to Providence?

The average train ride duration from San Diego to Providence is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 2556 miles (4123 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Diego to Providence route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from San Diego to Providence at 2:01pm. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.

Train San Diego to Providence from $2,566 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Diego to Providence on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 6h	11:29pm	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3d 4h	9:10pm	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3d 4h	9:10pm	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3d 6h	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags

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

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $324, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

3d 9hAverage Duration

2557 milesDistance

103kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$324 - $643	Average Duration3d 9h	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$536 - $1,188	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 375kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $536

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Providence 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 San Diego to Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Providence start from $536. The average price for this train route is around $758. 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 San Diego to Providence?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Providence is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 2556 miles (4123 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Providence route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Providence?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Providence at 2:01pm. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.

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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Providence was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $2,566

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 $2,566 to $2,594 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 $2,594 which is on 2025-12-16.