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Trip Overview

The average train between Providence and Boston University takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is a train service every few hours from Providence to Boston University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 18m
Duration
44 mi
Distance
$112
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Providence to Boston University train times

Trains run hourly between Providence and Boston University. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Providence is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Boston University at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    MBTAMBTA1h 20m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA1h • 1 change
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    AmtrakMBTA1h 27m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA1h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    MBTAMBTA1h 48m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 30m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 32m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    MBTAMBTA1h 48m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 30m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 32m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    MBTAMBTA1h 48m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 30m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 32m • 1 change
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    MBTAMBTA1h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Providence to Boston University? 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.

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  • Distance: 44 mi
  • Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and Boston University, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to Boston every 3 hours. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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