How much is the train ticket from Harrisburg to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Providence start from R 1 310. The average price for this train route is around R 4 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Providence?

The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Providence is 8h 6m, covering a distance of 491 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Providence route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Harrisburg to Providence departs at 05:45. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

Train Harrisburg to Providence from R 1 332 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to Providence on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:20	Harrisburg, PA	12h 55m	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	17:05	Harrisburg, PA	7h 21m	00:26	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	17:05	Harrisburg, PA	7h 21m	00:26	Providence Station	No tags
Train	20:20	Harrisburg, PA	12h 55m	09:15	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Providence on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	8h 21m	23:29	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 24m	13:09	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 24m	13:09	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	7h 52m	14:32	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	7h 52m	14:32	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Providence on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	8h 21m	23:29	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 24m	13:09	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 24m	13:09	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	7h 52m	14:32	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	7h 52m	14:32	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Providence on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:20	Harrisburg, PA	9h 13m	16:33	Providence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	Harrisburg, PA	9h 13m	16:33	Providence Station	No tags
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	9h 30m	22:35	Providence Station	No tags
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	9h 30m	22:35	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:55 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg 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 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 456, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

491 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 456 - R 5 659	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 310 - R 9 707	Average duration8h 6m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5644 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 310

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to Providence by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Harrisburg to Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Providence start from R 1 310. The average price for this train route is around R 4 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Providence?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Providence is 8h 6m, covering a distance of 491 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Providence route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Providence?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Providence departs at 05:45. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

R 5 311

13/12

R 4 359

Today

R 3 218

15/12

R 1 817

16/12

R 2 474

17/12

R 2 872

18/12

R 1 332

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The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Providence was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 332

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 332 to R 8 096 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 332, which is on 2025-12-18.