The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
$259
Average price
$668
Fastest journey
9 h 3 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
735 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI will cost around $668 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $259.
Of the 4 trains that leave Charlottesville, VA for Providence, RI on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 735 km distance in an average of 11 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 3 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 14 h 14 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €272.
Distance: 456 miles (735 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€234 Average price | €350 Average price | €98 Average price Cheapest |
11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration Fastest 7h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 30m Average total duration 17h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:01 PM Charlottesville, VA | 13h40 | 8:41 AM Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:01 PM Charlottesville, VA | 14h14 | 9:15 AM Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 8:55 AM Charlottesville, VA | 10h07 | 7:02 PM Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:59 AM Charlottesville, VA | 9h03 | 8:02 PM Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $203 (€162) but you can travel from only $89 (€71) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 456 miles (735 km) distance in 11h 48m.
Distance 456 miles (735 km) |
Average train duration 11h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $203 (€162) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 48m |
First train 07:10 |
Last train 19:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Charlottesville, VA and Providence, RI from $89 (€71). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Providence, RI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- The Local
- Maya Restaurant
- Public Fish & Oyster
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Graduate Charlottesville
- Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
- Omni Charlottesville Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform area for boarding
- Bus: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) services available
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Gaspee Street.
- Union Station Brewery
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Omni Providence Hotel
- Graduate Providence
- Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-4
- Bus: RIPTA routes 50, 55, 56, 57, 62, 66, 72
- Train: Amtrak Acela Express, Northeast Regional
- MBTA Commuter Rail
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