Train from Philadelphia, PA to Providence: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Providence on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Providence StationCheapest
Amtrak AcelaTrain
30th Street Station
Providence StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Providence StationNo tags
Amtrak AcelaTrain
30th Street Station
Providence StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Providence StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
7h 35mAverage duration
234 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£29 - £149Average duration7h 35m
9kg CO₂e
Average price£32 - £533Average duration5h 15m
34kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Providence by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Providence start from £32. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Providence is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 236 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Providence route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Providence?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Providence departs at 00:33. And the latest train departs at 20:04.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Providence?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
29/11
£171
30/11
£288
Today
£188
02/12
£81
03/12
£57
04/12
£81
05/12
£149
06/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Providence was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £57

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

You can expect to pay from £57 to £545 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £57, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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