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Rhode Island to Boston University trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rhode Island and Boston University takes 1h 15m and the fastest train takes 51 min. There is an hourly train service from Rhode Island to Boston University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 15m
Duration
44 mi
Distance
$112
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain train Northeast Regional
1h 5m
$11–559

Rhode Island to Boston University train times

Trains run hourly between Rhode Island and Boston University. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhode Island is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Boston University at 12:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 1h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    AmtrakMBTA1h 5m • 1 change

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    MBTAMBTA1h 27m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaMBTA1h 4m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA1h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    MBTAMBTA1h 33m • 1 change

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    MBTAMBTA1h 26m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA1h 4m • 1 change

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    MBTAMBTA1h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    MBTAMBTA1h 36m • 1 change

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    MBTAMBTA1h 33m • 1 change

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    AmtrakMBTA1h 1m • 1 change

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    MBTAMBTA1h 25m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rhode Island to Boston University? 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 Boston University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 44 mi
  • Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Rhode Island, USA and Boston University, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to Boston every 3 hours. Tickets cost $10–25 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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