The cheapest and fastest trains from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ
Cheapest price
$187
Average price
$334
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ will cost around $334 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $187.
Of the 21 trains that leave Providence, RI for Jersey City, NJ on Thu, Apr 02, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor8:52 AM5h58Providence Station, Providence, RI2:50 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1871One-way1 transfer
95 Northeast Regional6:50 AM4h01Providence Station, Providence, RI10:51 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$2191One-way0 transfers
85 Northeast Regional11:01 AM4h20Providence Station, Providence, RI3:21 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$2191One-way0 transfers
85 Northeast Regional11:01 AM4h25Providence Station, Providence, RI3:26 PMNewark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ$2311One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional8:28 PM3h59Providence Station, Providence, RI12:27 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$2711One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela7:50 AM3h23Providence Station, Providence, RI11:13 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$3541One-way0 transfers
2159 Acela9:46 AM3h29Providence Station, Providence, RI1:15 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$4341One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela11:43 AM3h30Providence Station, Providence, RI3:13 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$4341One-way0 transfers
2171 NextGen Acela3:48 PM3h45Providence Station, Providence, RI7:33 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$5351One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional8:28 PM3h59Providence Station, Providence, RI12:27 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$2711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$89 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $246 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93 Northeast Regional | 2:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h17 | 6:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 3:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h25 | 7:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 3:01 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h20 | 7:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 NextGen Acela | 3:43 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h30 | 7:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 4:21 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h06 | 8:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 4:21 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h59 | 8:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h23 | 10:40 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h29 | 10:46 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 NextGen Acela | 7:48 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h45 | 11:33 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 7:56 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h12 | 12:08 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 10:10 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h11 | 2:21 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 11:25 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h15 | 3:40 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
179 Northeast Regional | 12:28 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h59 | 4:27 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 10:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h01 | 2:51 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 11:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h23 | 3:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:52 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h09 | 5:01 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 12:52 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h58 | 6:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:52 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h04 | 4:56 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 1:46 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h04 | 6:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela | 1:46 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 3h29 | 5:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 1:46 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h29 | 6:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ
Trains from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Providence, RI and Jersey City, NJ from $24 (€19). 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 Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Providence, RI to Jersey City, NJ
- 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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