The average train between Rhode Island and New Bedford takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Rhode Island to New Bedford. 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 4 hours between Rhode Island and New Bedford. 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 New Bedford at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 16m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Rhode Island to New Bedford? 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 Rhode Island to New Bedford. However, there are services departing from Rhode Island station and arriving at New Bedford station via South Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Rhode Island to New Bedford train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Providence station.
Rhode Island to New Bedford train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at New Bedford station.
The distance between Rhode Island and New Bedford is 58.6 km. The road distance is 166 km.
You can take a train from Providence to New Bedford via South Station in around 3h 56m.