The average train between Rhode Island and Boston takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 40 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rhode Island to Boston. 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 Rhode Island and Boston. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Rhode Island is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Boston at 12:15 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rhode Island station and arriving at Boston station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.
Rhode Island to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Providence station.
Rhode Island to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at South Station.
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The distance between Rhode Island and Boston is 76.7 km. The road distance is 70 km.
MBTA operates a train from Providence to South Station hourly. Tickets cost $5–14 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.
