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Rhode Island to Back Bay trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rhode Island and Back Bay takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rhode Island to Back Bay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

56 min
Duration
42 mi
Distance
$110
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Rhode Island to Back Bay train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Rhode Island and Back Bay. The earliest departure is at 4:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rhode Island is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Back Bay at 12:10 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 40 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 40 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct
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    train train 1h 8m • Direct
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    train train 1h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 11m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rhode Island to Back Bay? 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.

Map of how to get from Rhode Island to Back Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 42.2 mi
  • Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Rhode Island, USA and Back Bay, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Providence to Back Bay hourly. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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