Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 6 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:46	Boston Route 128, MA	22m	18:08	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	18:20	Boston Route 128, MA	19m	18:39	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	17:30	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	18:08	Providence Station	No tags
Train	18:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	18:39	Providence Station	No tags
Train	17:30	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	18:08	Providence Station	No tags
Train	18:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	18:39	Providence Station	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	19:23	Providence Station	No tags
Train	18:11	Back Bay Station	28m	18:39	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 7 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	18:20	Boston Route 128, MA	19m	18:39	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:36	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 8 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	07:14	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	13:18	Boston Route 128, MA	20m	13:38	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	07:14	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	37m	09:17	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	37m	09:17	Providence Station	No tags
Train	09:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	37m	09:52	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 9 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	07:14	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	13:18	Boston Route 128, MA	20m	13:38	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	07:14	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	37m	09:17	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	37m	09:17	Providence Station	No tags
Train	09:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	37m	09:52	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 10 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	18:20	Boston Route 128, MA	19m	18:39	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:36	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 11 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	18:20	Boston Route 128, MA	19m	18:39	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:36	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 12 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	18:20	Boston Route 128, MA	19m	18:39	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:36	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Providence on 13 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	18:20	Boston Route 128, MA	19m	18:39	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	38m	06:48	Providence Station	No tags
Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	34m	05:34	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags
Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	36m	07:36	Providence Station	No tags
Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	39m	08:51	Providence Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Providence

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 32 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52train per day

32mAverage duration

37 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCHF 10 - CHF 36	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCHF 7 - CHF 211	Average duration32m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,387 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Customers are generally satisfied with the service provided by Amtrak, mentioning quick and good service that is on time. Some passengers appreciated the spacious dining area and helpful staff when assistance was needed. A minor suggestion was made for small paper bags at each seat for garbage disposal convenience.

Amtrak Boston Providence recent customer reviews

The trip was only supposed to be 40 minutes and it took an hour and a half. Ridiculous!

Kerem S.

14 August 2024

I happened to sit by the dining area it wa s roomy and evryone was just enjoying I missed my stop at Providence but the kind fols of a Amtrak made sure I got back for free and they helped me each srp of the way One thing I wish is there was a small paper bag at each of the seats for ease of throwing garbage. ( like I’m Canadian railways)

Excelsa S.

27 October 2023

staff was friendly and helpful

Erin R.

4 August 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.4/519 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.4

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Providence by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Providence start from CHF 7. The average price for this train route is around CHF 20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Providence?
The average train journey time from Boston to Providence is 32m, covering a distance of 37 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Providence route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 52 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Providence?
The earliest train from Boston to Providence departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 20:11.
Which is the best train operator from Boston to Providence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Providence?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Boston to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/08

CHF 27

05/08

CHF 10

Today

CHF 40

07/08

CHF 15

08/08

CHF 5

09/08

CHF 5

10/08

CHF 5

11/08

CHF 5

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Providence was searched and found on 8 Aug 2026 with a price of CHF 5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Providence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CHF 5 to CHF 260 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 5, which is on 2026-08-08.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.