The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fairfield, CT for Providence, RI on Fri, Jan 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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 bus, train, and flight for Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €292.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price Cheapest | €508 Average price | €54 Average price |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 29m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI trains for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Northeast Regional | 8:26 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h16 | 10:42 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 8:48 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h42 | 11:30 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 9:16 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h14 | 11:30 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
2254 Acela | 9:48 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h19 | 12:07 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 10:49 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h42 | 1:31 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 11:18 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h13 | 1:31 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 2 | |||||
168 Northeast Regional | 12:52 AM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 2h43 | 3:35 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 1:16 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h19 | 3:35 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI
Trains from Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 22:47 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Fairfield, CT and Providence, RI from $12 (€10). 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 Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT to Providence, RI
- 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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