The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 396
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 2,409
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 44 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 47 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to Boston, MA will cost around ฿ 2,409 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only ฿ 396.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 11 trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1194 Northeast Regional8:33 PM 0h58 Providence Station, Providence, RI 9:31 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 396 1 One-way 0 changes
1088 Northeast Regional6:55 PM 0h50 Providence Station, Providence, RI 7:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 612 1 One-way 0 changes
1168 Northeast Regional10:44 PM 0h52 Providence Station, Providence, RI 11:36 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 612 1 One-way 0 changes
1160 Northeast Regional12:33 PM 0h44 Providence Station, Providence, RI 1:17 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 863 1 One-way 0 changes
1162 Northeast Regional1:22 PM 0h52 Providence Station, Providence, RI 2:14 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 863 1 One-way 0 changes
1160 Northeast Regional12:33 PM 0h44 Providence Station, Providence, RI 1:17 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 863 1 One-way 0 changes
2148 Acela [NextGen]2:42 PM 0h47 Providence Station, Providence, RI 3:29 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 9,095 1 One-way 0 changes
66 Northeast Regional9:17 AM 0h48 Providence Station, Providence, RI 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 1,223 1 One-way 0 changes
2150 Acela [NextGen]3:05 PM 0h48 Providence Station, Providence, RI 3:53 PM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 9,095 1 One-way 0 changes
1150 Northeast Regional10:48 AM 0h49 Providence Station, Providence, RI 11:37 AM South Station, Boston, MA ฿ 1,474 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence, RI to Boston, MA
Trains from Providence, RI to Boston, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿ 198 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 40m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿ 198 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Live departures
Providence, RI to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 9:17 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h48 | 10:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1150 Northeast Regional | 10:48 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h49 | 11:37 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1160 Northeast Regional | 12:33 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h44 | 1:17 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1162 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h52 | 2:14 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2148 Acela [NextGen] | 2:42 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h47 | 3:29 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela [NextGen] | 3:05 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h48 | 3:53 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional | 4:33 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h56 | 5:29 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 5:50 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h57 | 6:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 6:55 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h50 | 7:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 8:33 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h58 | 9:31 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 10:44 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h52 | 11:36 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Providence, RI to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Providence, RI and Boston, MA
Most Providence, RI to Boston, MA trains use the Providence Station to South Station station pair, with some services arriving at Back Bay Station. Use this guide to compare Providence, RI and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Providence, RI station do trains to Boston, MA leave from?
Getting to Providence Station from Providence city centre
Providence Station train station facilities and services
Providence Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Union Station Brewery, The Capital Grille
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Providence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Providence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Providence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Providence Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Omni Providence Hotel, Graduate Providence, Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel.
Which Boston, MA station do trains from Providence, RI arrive at?
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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