The average train between Boston and Providence takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 32 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Boston to Providence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Boston and Providence. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Boston is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Providence at 1:12 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston station and arriving at Providence station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.
Boston to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Providence station.
Book your Boston to Providence train tickets online with Amtrak Acela, MBTA and Amtrak Northeast Regional.
The distance between Boston and Providence is 66.2 km. The road distance is 70 km.
Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Boston to Providence every 3 hours. Tickets cost $6–210 and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route.