Trains from Providence to Washington, DC

Trains from Providence to Washington D.C.

There are roughly 19 trains from Providence to Washington D.C. each day. Although the average journey time is only 8 hours and 35 minutes, train journeys can be longer or shorter, depending on if passengers choose an express or regional service. Journeys across the northeast corridor are commonly considered among the most beautiful train journeys in the United States. Huge sections of the Eastern Seaboard are visible for long stretches on the train from Providence to Washington D.C. Passengers can relax in the utmost comfort and enjoy the view, perhaps enjoying the onboard WiFi or visiting the dining carriage.

Which train companies travel from Providence to Washington D.C.?

Amtrak provides two trains from Providence to Washington D.C.: the Northeast Regional service and the Amtrak Acela Express Service. The Acela Express is the faster of the two services. Acela Express Services are always under 7 hours. These trains have good WiFi connectivity throughout the train and are often more comfortable, with larger seats. The Acela service is favored by business travelers. However, the Acela Express service is typically more expensive and liable to sell out in advance. Northeast Regional trains are the slower of the two services and are typically much cheaper. Trains from Providence to Washington D.C. on this route encompass large sections of the Eastern Seaboard and provide some of the most scenic views of all trains in the United States.

How long is the train ride from Providence to Washington D.C.?

Providence is 358 miles away from Washington D.C. The average time a train from Providence to Washington D.C. takes is 7 hours and five minutes. However, the duration can be much shorter or much longer than that, depending on whether travelers get an Amtrak Acela Express Service or an Amtrak Northeast Regional Trains. All train services between Providence and Washington D.C. are direct.

The fastest train from Providence to Washington D.C. is provided by Amtrak Acela Express and takes 6 hours and five minutes. In contrast, the longest service is a Northeast Regional Train and takes 8 hours and 35 minutes. The majority of trains with a journey time of under 7 hours depart in the morning.

How many trains are there from Providence to Washington D.C.?

Each day, an average of 19 trains depart from Providence to Washington D.C. The first train from Providence to Washington D.C. departs shortly before 6:00 a.m. The first two services each morning are Acela Express services and enable passengers to arrive in the capital by lunchtime. Acela Express services run from 5:00 a.m. until shortly after 5:00 p.m. After 5:00 p.m., passengers can only choose to get the slower Northeast Regional service. There is an average of eight Acela Express trains per day.

The last train from Providence to Washington D.C. departs shortly after 10:00 p.m. each evening and is a Northeast Regional service. This is an overnight train and arrives in Washington D.C. the next morning, around 7:00 a.m. Business class promises the most comfortable sleep, as the seats can recline to a 180-degree angle.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Washington D.C. to Providence?

Departure station: All trains to Washington D.C. depart from Providence Amtrak Station. Providence Amtrak Station is in the heart of Providence's city center and is only a 10-minute walk from the Superman Building. All boroughs of Providence are well connected to Providence Amtrak Station via local bus. Providence Station is wheelchair accessible, with ramps allowing ease of access to the ticket office. There are disabled restrooms and elevators to allow easy access to platforms. Other facilities include WiFi connectivity, lounges for business and leisure travelers, and kiosks for pre-journey shopping.

Amtrak advises that all passengers arrive at least 30 minutes before their train departs. If passengers have requested any special assistance, they should arrive 45 minutes in advance.

Arrival station: Any train from Providence to Washington D.C. arrives at Washington Union Station. Washington Union Station is 2 miles (3 kilometers) away from Washington D.C. city center. Travelers can reach the station from the city on the Red subway line, which takes roughly 10 minutes. Otherwise, walking takes 40 minutes. Washington Union Station is fully accessible to passengers with limited mobility. There are elevators to connect all parts of the concourse with platforms and wheelchair accessible ramps throughout the station. Disabled restrooms can be found throughout the station. Other facilities include lounges for business and leisure travelers, Quik-Trak kiosks so passengers can shop before they board and WiFi connectivity throughout the station.