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The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT
Showing times and prices for Jul 10
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
139 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Fast trains
Of the 22 trains that leave Providence, RI for New Haven, CT on Fri, Jul 10, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
171 Northeast Regional8:52 AM1h44Providence Station, Providence, RI10:36 AMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1141One-way0 transfers- 137 Northeast Regional2:17 PM2h00Providence Station, Providence, RI4:17 PMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1141One-way0 transfers
- 179 Northeast Regional8:28 PM1h41Providence Station, Providence, RI10:09 PMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1141One-way0 transfers
2171 Acela3:48 PM1h34Providence Station, Providence, RI5:22 PMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1171One-way0 transfers- 2165 Acela11:55 AM1h29Providence Station, Providence, RI1:24 PMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1171One-way0 transfers
- 2165 Acela11:55 AM1h29Providence Station, Providence, RI1:24 PMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1171One-way0 transfers
- 2151 NextGen Acela5:36 AM1h29Providence Station, Providence, RI7:05 AMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1421One-way0 transfers
- 2159 NextGen Acela9:37 AM1h32Providence Station, Providence, RI11:09 AMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1421One-way0 transfers
- 2155 NextGen Acela7:38 AM1h33Providence Station, Providence, RI9:11 AMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$2141One-way0 transfers
- 2171 Acela3:48 PM1h34Providence Station, Providence, RI5:22 PMUnion Station, New Haven, CT$1171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Providence, RI to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$45 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT is a bus with an average price of $35 (€29).
This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT costing on average $45 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT is by train with an average journey time of 1h 39m.
Other travel options to New Haven, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Providence, RI and New Haven, CT including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 39m by train vs 1h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Providence, RI to New Haven, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to New Haven, CT trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 Northeast Regional | 8:52 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h44 | 10:36 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2159 NextGen Acela | 9:37 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h32 | 11:09 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 93 Northeast Regional | 10:01 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h53 | 11:54 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 85 Northeast Regional | 11:01 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h39 | 12:40 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2165 Acela | 11:55 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h29 | 1:24 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 173 Northeast Regional | 12:21 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h44 | 2:05 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2167 Acela | 1:37 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h37 | 3:14 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 137 Northeast Regional | 2:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 2h00 | 4:17 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2171 Acela | 3:48 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h34 | 5:22 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 3:56 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h51 | 7:47 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| 175 Northeast Regional | 3:56 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h57 | 5:53 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 177 Northeast Regional | 6:10 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h55 | 8:05 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 67 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line | 7:25 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 2h52 | 10:17 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| 67 Northeast Regional | 7:25 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h43 | 9:08 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 Northeast Regional | 8:28 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h41 | 10:09 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line | 8:28 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h49 | 10:17 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
| 2151 NextGen Acela | 5:36 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h29 | 7:05 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional | 6:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h51 | 8:41 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional · 3490 AMTRAK | 6:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 2h58 | 9:48 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| 95 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 6:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h03 | 10:53 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| 95 Northeast Regional · 3590 AMTRAK | 6:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 2h58 | 9:48 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| 2155 NextGen Acela | 7:38 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1h33 | 9:11 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT
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Trains from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Amtrak from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Providence, RI and New Haven, CT from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
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Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
Amtrak frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
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Things to do in New Haven
Discover the best of New Haven — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Haven trip today.
- Must visit
Yale Center for British Art
World-renowned museum housing the largest collection of British art outside the United Kingdom. Known for its architecture and exceptional paintings, prints, and rare books.
- Must visit
Peabody Museum of Natural History
Major natural history museum at Yale, especially popular for dinosaur fossils, anthropology, and family-friendly exhibits. One of the city’s most visited museums.
- Must visit
New Haven Green
The city’s central historic common and the most important public space in New Haven. It is ideal for orientation, people-watching, and viewing surrounding churches and civic buildings.
- Must visit
Yale University Campus
The heart of the city’s visitor experience, with Gothic courtyards, major museums, libraries, and architectural landmarks concentrated in a walkable area.
- Must visit
East Rock Park
Large hilltop park popular for skyline views, hiking, and sunset photos. It is one of the most photogenic outdoor spots in New Haven.
New Haven-Style Apizza
Coal- or gas-fired thin-crust pizza with a charred, chewy texture. It is New Haven’s signature food and a defining local tradition.
White Clam Pizza
A famous New Haven apizza topped with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, and herbs, made iconic by the city’s pizzerias.
- Vegetarian
Mozzarella Tomato Apizza
A simpler local apizza style with tomato sauce and mozzarella, showing the city’s focus on crisp crust and balanced toppings.
Union League Cafe
Established French-inspired fine dining restaurant near Yale, known for polished service, seasonal menus, and a more elegant atmosphere.
Modern Apizza
Beloved established pizzeria serving New Haven-style pies in a relaxed setting. Known for consistent quality and a broad menu beyond the classics.
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
Historic pizzeria famous for New Haven-style apizza, especially the white clam pie. Casual, busy, and one of the city’s essential food stops.
United States Dollar
Moderate for U.S. city travel: casual food is manageable, but hotels and fine dining can be pricey near downtown and Yale.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- USD 10-18 for deli, pizza, or fast casual.
- Mid-range
- USD 20-40 per person at a standard restaurant.
- Fine dining
- USD 60-120+ per person before drinks.
- Coffee
- USD 3-6 for drip coffee or a latte.
Tipping culture
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff a few dollars, and round up for cafes only if desired.
FAQs: Trains from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $45 (€37).
The train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT takes 1h 33m and runs 18 per day.
The distance by train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT is 86 miles (139 km).
The first train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT leaves at 5:34 AM.
The last train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT leaves at 11:04 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT.
Yes, there is a direct train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT. This service operates 15 times per day, provided by Amtrak, Amtrak.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT.
The train station in Providence, RI that goes to New Haven, CT is Providence Station, Providence, RI, which connects to Union Station, New Haven, CT.
The cheapest way to get from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT is by train, with a cost of around $12 (€10).
The train journey from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT offers a mix of urban and natural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the coastal landscapes of Rhode Island and parts of Connecticut, interspersed with glimpses of charming New England architecture and small towns along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT is feasible. The journey takes 1h 33m and covers a distance of 86 miles (139 km). Trains run 19 times per day.
In New Haven, CT, you can explore Wooster Square for authentic Italian cuisine and famous pizzerias or catch a performance at the Long Wharf Theatre and Shubert Theatre. Enjoy a day at Lighthouse Point Park with its historic lighthouse and beach, or visit The Yale Center for British Art. Don't miss the best sights like the historic Yale University campus, the Yale University Art Gallery, the Peabody Museum of Natural History, hiking and views at East Rock Park, and the historic New Haven Green.
To experience New Haven, CT, and its key attractions such as Yale University, the Peabody Museum, and East Rock Park, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT.
Since neither Providence, RI nor New Haven, CT are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from New Haven, CT include New York, NY, Hartford, CT, Springfield, MA, New London, CT, Meriden, CT.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Providence, RI to New Haven, CT among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In New Haven, CT, travelers should be cautious of petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in busy areas and near Yale University. Avoid poorly lit or isolated neighborhoods at night. Common scams include overcharging by unofficial taxi drivers and distraction techniques used to steal wallets or phones. Staying alert and using licensed transportation services can help ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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