How much does a train ticket cost from Providence to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Providence to Chicago start from £82. The average price for this train route is around £283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Providence to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Providence to Chicago is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 833 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Providence to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Providence to Chicago?

The earliest train from Providence to Chicago departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

Train Providence to Chicago from £101 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Providence to Chicago on 31 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:17	Providence Station	23h 55m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Chicago on 1 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:17	Providence Station	23h 55m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Chicago on 2 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:17	Providence Station	23h 55m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Chicago on 3 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:01	Providence Station	1d 1h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:17	Providence Station	23h 55m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:50	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	06:50	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Chicago on 5 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:20	Providence Station	1d	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:15	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:52	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	07:15	Providence Station	1d 2h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:52	Providence Station	1d 1h	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:55 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Providence to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

833 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£58 - £231	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£82 - £1,031	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,780 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5780 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £82

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Providence to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Providence to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Providence to Chicago start from £82. The average price for this train route is around £283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Providence to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Providence to Chicago is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 833 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Providence to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Providence to Chicago?
The earliest train from Providence to Chicago departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/03

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29/03

£510

Today

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31/03

£282

01/04

£275

02/04

£291

03/04

£385

04/04

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The cheapest trip from Providence to Chicago was searched and found on 1 Apr 2026 with a price of £275

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Providence to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £275 to £1,547 for a train ticket from Providence to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £275, which is on 2026-04-01.