The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Cheapest price on Sep 14
$7
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$108
Fastest journey on Sep 14
36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
39 m
Trains on Sep 14
19
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 19 trains from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA, including 19 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest trains will take 40 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.
178 Northeast Regional11:29 PM0h41Providence Station, Providence, RI12:10 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$71One-way0 transfers
94 Northeast Regional9:12 PM0h48Providence Station, Providence, RI10:00 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$71One-way0 transfers
166 Northeast Regional12:35 AM0h43Providence Station, Providence, RI1:18 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$121One-way0 transfers
174 Northeast Regional6:01 PM0h55Providence Station, Providence, RI6:56 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$121One-way0 transfers
172 Northeast Regional2:32 PM0h48Providence Station, Providence, RI3:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$271One-way0 transfers
2150 Acela10:57 AM0h36Providence Station, Providence, RI11:33 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2031One-way0 transfers
2264 NextGen Acela12:06 AM0h38Providence Station, Providence, RI12:44 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$1761One-way0 transfers
2154 Acela2:48 PM0h39Providence Station, Providence, RI3:27 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$1761One-way0 transfers
2160 NextGen Acela9:10 PM0h40Providence Station, Providence, RI9:50 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$1761One-way0 transfers
2158 NextGen Acela7:17 PM0h40Providence Station, Providence, RI7:57 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
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$70 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA:
A bus is $49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA costing on average $70.
Other travel options to Back Bay station, Boston, MA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (43m by train vs 57m by car). Tickets start at around $70 compared to roughly $9 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, MBTA.
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 Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA trains for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h41 | 1:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h45 | 9:22 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
2264 NextGen Acela | 12:06 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h38 | 12:44 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
166 Northeast Regional | 12:35 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0h43 | 1:18 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Trains from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 12:43 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA 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 Back Bay station, Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA
Most Providence Station, Providence, RI to Back Bay station, Boston, MA trains use the Providence Station to South Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Providence Station, Providence, RI and Back Bay station, Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Providence Station from Providence city centre
Providence Station train station facilities and services
Providence Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Union Station Brewery, The Capital Grille
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Providence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Providence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Providence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Providence Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Omni Providence Hotel, Graduate Providence, Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel.
Getting to Back Bay Station from Boston city centre
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station train station facilities and services
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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