How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Providence start at $181. The average price for this train route is around $633. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Providence?

The average train trip from Charlotte to Providence takes 17h 58m and covers 1098 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Providence route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Providence?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Providence departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 6:45am.

Train Charlotte to Providence from $180 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 49m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 54m	10:25pm	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 54m	10:25pm	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 55m	12:26am	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	16h 54m	10:25pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Providence on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	17h 58m	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	9:15am	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:08 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

21h 30mAverage Duration

1102 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $549	Average Duration21h 30m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$181 - $2,311	Average Duration17h 58m	CO₂ emissions 100kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5688 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $181

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Providence by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Providence start at $181. The average price for this train route is around $633. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Providence?
The average train trip from Charlotte to Providence takes 17h 58m and covers 1098 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Providence route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Providence?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Providence departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 6:45am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-27

$743

12-28

$1,193

Today

$669

12-30

$610

12-31

$324

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Providence was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $324

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Providence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $324 to $1,306 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $324 which is on 2025-12-31.