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The average train between Gaithersburg and Rhode Island takes 8h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Gaithersburg to Rhode Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 14m
Duration
431 mi
Distance
$272
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Providencetrain train Acela
7h 37m
$222–353

Gaithersburg to Rhode Island train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Gaithersburg and Rhode Island. The earliest departure is at 1:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Gaithersburg is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Rhode Island at 10:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 8h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak11h 58m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela9h 32m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 29m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 57m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak11h 16m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 29m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 13m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 1m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 8m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 1m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 1m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 8m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 1m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 1m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 8m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak Acela7h 1m • 1 change

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 54m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gaithersburg to Rhode Island? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Gaithersburg to Rhode Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 431.3 mi
  • Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Gaithersburg, MD, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to Providence every 4 hours. Tickets cost $95–900 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.

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