The average train between Providence and Swampscott takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Providence to Swampscott. 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 hourly between Providence and Swampscott. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Providence is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Swampscott at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Back Bay and take an average of 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Providence to Swampscott? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Providence to Swampscott. However, there are services departing from Providence station and arriving at Swampscott station via Back Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Providence to Swampscott train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Providence station.
Providence to Swampscott train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Swampscott station.
The distance between Providence and Swampscott is 82.6 km. The road distance is 92 km.
You can take a train from Providence to Swampscott via Back Bay, Back Bay, North Station, and North Station in around 2h 16m.