How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Providence start from $129. The average price for this train route is around $452. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Providence?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Providence is 17h 58m, covering a distance of 681 miles (1098 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Providence route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Providence?

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

Train Charlotte to Providence from $128 | 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 the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

21h 30mAverage Duration

684 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $392	Average Duration21h 30m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$129 - $1,649	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $129

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $129. The average price for this train route is around $452. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Providence?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Providence is 17h 58m, covering a distance of 681 miles (1098 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Providence route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Providence?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Providence at 5:31am. And 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

$530

12/28

$851

Today

$477

12/30

$435

12/31

$231

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Providence was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $231

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 $231 to $932 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 $231 which is on 2025-12-31.