Cheap train tickets from Providence to Los Angeles

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Providence to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Providence to Los Angeles usually takes 3 days, 4 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 days, 23 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance
2575 mi (4144 km)
Fastest train
71h 10m
Lowest price
NOK 3,173.02
Trains per day
3
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Providence to Los Angeles Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Providence to Los Angeles?

There are usually 5 daily coach trips from Providence to Los Angeles.

Train
Coach
Avg. PriceNOK 5,701.04Avg. PriceNOK 2,758.07Cheaper
Daily Trips3Daily Trips5
Duration76h 41mFasterDuration78h 52m
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What is the price of a train ticket from Providence to Los Angeles?

In the last month, train tickets from Providence to Los Angeles cost about NOK 3,680 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Providence and Los Angeles, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 17 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around NOK 3,029.76 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Providence to Los Angeles by travel date

NOK 6,810NOK 4,540NOK 2,270NovNov

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Providence to Los Angeles will cost between NOK 3,598 and NOK 6,799. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Providence to Los Angeles by month

NOK 6,300NOK 5,040NOK 3,780NOK 2,520NOK 1,260JFMAMJJASOND

Ticket prices for the train from Providence to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in July when the average ticket price is only NOK 5,307. If you're thinking of travelling from Providence to Los Angeles during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 6,299 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

NOK 6,725NOK 5,380NOK 4,035NOK 2,690NOK 1,3450

By booking your train trip from Providence to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 17 days ahead of time, you can save about NOK 3,029.76 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Providence to Los Angeles?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Providence to Los Angeles. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak376h 41mNOK 5,701.00

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Providence to Los Angeles

There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Los Angeles to Providence. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Providence to Los Angeles for NOK 1,454.

Trains per day

3

Direct trains

0

The distance between Providence and Los Angeles is approximately 2,575 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 4 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 days, 23 hours and 10 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2575

Distance (km)

4144

The earliest train departs Providence at 6:50 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:25. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

6:50am

Last train

7:25pm

Trains from Providence to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Tuesday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Providence

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Though some might say that it is overshadowed by nearby Boston, Providence is an interesting destination on its own. A quaint college town with a deep historical value, Providence allows fans of U.S. history to marvel at historic buildings such as the ones on Benefit Street, which boasts the highest concentration of Colonial houses. As you stroll around the streets of Providence at night, don’t forget to take a detour to WaterFire, a sculpture project that features bonfires along the rivers of Providence. Accompanying the bonfires are the sounds of ceremonial gongs and various music programmes, which brighten up the night. For those seeking a unique cultural experience, the Federal Hill quarter sits among the most famous Little Italian neighbourhoods, and it features some of the best Italian restaurants in town.

The staple dish of Providence is oysters, which are not difficult to find in the city. However, if you can endure a short drive, Matunuck Oyster Bar, an oyster restaurant located in South Kingstown, about 40 miles to the south, provides some of the freshest and most delicious oysters around. Some other notable establishments include Birch, Oberlin, and Tallulah’s Taqueria.

The Providence airport is located in nearby Warwick which is only a 6 miles’ drive from the city. The main coach hub for Providence is found at the Rhode Island Convention Center Parking Garage, where travellers could catch a coach from Greyhound or Peter Pan Bus Lines. The main Amtrak train station is located just a 10-minute walk across the Woonasquatucket River.

Los Angeles

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Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several coach and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighbouring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Providence?

Main departure station: Providence Station - 100 Gaspee St

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Built in 1986, Providence Station is the state of Rhode Island’s busiest train station. Falling on the Northeast Corridor, Providence Station acts as a gateway into Boston to the north and also provides direct connections to many major cities to the southwest, such as New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. The station is served by Amtrak, which runs its flagship Acela and Northeast Regional services, and the MBTA, which operates between T. F. Green Airport, Providence, and Boston. Located in the city’s downtown, Providence Station sits opposite the historic Rhode Island State House and is within a stone’s throw of various shops and restaurants.

All train stations in Providence:

  • Providence Station - 100 Gaspee St

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: Union Station

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Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railway passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transport hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several coach carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.

Train stations in Los Angeles:

  • Union Station

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