The average train between Arlington and Rhode Island takes 8h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Arlington to Rhode Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Arlington and Rhode Island. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Arlington is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Rhode Island at 10:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and take an average of 8h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Arlington to Rhode Island? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arlington to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Arlington station and arriving at Rhode Island station via Providence. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.
Arlington to Rhode Island train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Arlington to Rhode Island train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Providence station.
The distance between Arlington and Rhode Island is 567.9 km. The road distance is 673 km.
Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to Providence every 4 hours. Tickets cost $95–900 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours.