The average train between Reston and Providence takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 7h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Reston 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 2 hours between Reston and Providence. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reston is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Providence at 11:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Reston to Providence? 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 Reston to Providence. However, there are services departing from Reston station and arriving at Providence station via Providence. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.
Reston to Providence train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Reston to Providence train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Providence station.
The distance between Reston and Providence is 593.8 km. The road distance is 698 km.
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.