The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartford, CT to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
9 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartford, 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 Hartford, CT to Providence, RI will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 4 trains that leave Hartford, CT for Providence, RI on Thu, Feb 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 9 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 50 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 and bus for Hartford, CT to Providence, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
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Live departures
Hartford, CT to Providence, RI train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Providence, RI trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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141 Northeast Regional · 190 Northeast Regional | 9:51 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 6h26 | 4:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
471 Valley Flyer · 172 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 5h03 | 7:32 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional | 5:39 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 3h22 | 9:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
55 Vermonter · 94 Northeast Regional | 8:27 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 5h45 | 2:12 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast Regional | 9:29 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 4h43 | 2:12 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to Providence, RI
Trains from Hartford, CT to Providence, RI run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 20:53 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to Providence, RI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and Providence, RI from $23 (€18). 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 Hartford, CT to Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, 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 Hartford, CT to Providence, RI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
- 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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