The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, VA to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
$383
Average price
$471
Fastest journey
9 h 56 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
702 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Providence, RI will cost around $471 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $383.
Of the 12 trains that leave Richmond, VA for Providence, RI on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 702 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 56 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 10 h 39 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.
90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional
40 Floridian · 66 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional
84 Northeast Regional+
2166 Acela
86 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
86 Northeast Regional
174 Northeast Regional
84 Northeast Regional+
2166 AcelaTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Richmond, VA to Providence, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a flight costs an average of €75.
Distance: 436 miles (702 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€120 Average price | €134 Average price | €66 Average price Cheapest |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration Fastest 7h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 23m Average total duration 14h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Richmond, VA to Providence, RI train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Providence, RI trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:43 PM Richmond, VA | 20h32 | 1:15 PM Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
98 Silver Meteor · 174 Northeast Regional | 9:52 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 13h09 | 11:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 10h26 | 9:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Providence, RI
Trains from Richmond, VA to Providence, RI run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) but you can travel from only $71 (€57) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 436 miles (702 km) distance in 10h 2m.
Distance 436 miles (702 km) |
Average train duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€86) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 10h 2m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 19:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Richmond, VA to Providence, RI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Richmond, VA and Providence, RI from $71 (€57). 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 Richmond, VA to Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Providence, RI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: GRTC Route 19
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with access from Main Street.
- The Roosevelt
- Lemaire Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Berkeley Hotel
- Omni Richmond Hotel
- The Commonwealth
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: GRTC Pulse
- Several local bus lines available
- 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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