The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterbury, 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 Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI without transferring at least once.
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional
471 Valley Flyer · 172 Northeast Regional
141 Northeast Regional · 190 Northeast Regional
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 178 Northeast Regional
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 86 Northeast Regional
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 176 Northeast Regional
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 190 Northeast Regional
475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 94 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus and train for Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$44 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI
Trains from Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 20:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Waterbury, CT and Providence, RI from $20 (€16). 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 Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterbury, 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 Waterbury, CT to Providence, RI
- 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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