Cheap train tickets from Virginia Beach to Providence
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Virginia Beach to Providence. Travelling by train from Virginia Beach to Providence usually takes 17 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 13 hours and 17 minutes.
- Distance
- 421 mi (678 km)
- Fastest train
- 13h 17m
- Lowest price
- £72.07
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Virginia Beach to Providence Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Virginia Beach to Providence?
There are usually 2 daily coach trips from Virginia Beach to Providence.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£145.44 | Avg. Price£103.69Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration17h 25mFaster | Duration17h 40m |

There are several train options that can take you from Virginia Beach to Providence:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Virginia Beach to Providence?
In the last month, train tickets from Virginia Beach to Providence cost about £72 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £170.89 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Virginia Beach to Providence by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Virginia Beach to Providence will cost between £72 and £269. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Virginia Beach to Providence by month
Ticket prices for the train from Virginia Beach to Providence often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only £138. If you're thinking of travelling from Virginia Beach to Providence during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £216 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
By booking your train trip from Virginia Beach to Providence on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about £170.89 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Virginia Beach to Providence?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Virginia Beach to Providence. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 17h 25m | £145.44 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Virginia Beach to Providence every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £72.07.










Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Virginia Beach to Providence
While the train is the main method of transport from Virginia Beach to Providence, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Providence to Virginia Beach. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Virginia Beach to Providence for £50.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Virginia Beach and Providence is approximately 421 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 17 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)
421
Distance (km)
678
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Virginia Beach at 7:55 and arrives in Providence around 13 hours later.
First train
7:55am
Last train
4:05pm
Trains from Virginia Beach to Providence are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Friday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
Virginia Beach



While boasting a suburban atmosphere that will make anyone jealous of an East Coast life, Virginia Beach is the largest city in Virginia by population and one of the state's best destinations. Positioned at the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, its primary focus has always been its oceanfront location.
In the record books as having the longest pleasure beach in the world, the soft golden sands of Virginia Beach stretch for miles. One of the best ways to enjoy it is to take a stroll or bike along the three-mile boardwalk lined with cafés.
A block back, Atlantic Avenue plays host to Virginia Beach's dining scene, which incorporates everything from well-known names to family-run restaurants specializing in the bay's seafood.
But for all the glitz and glamour of Atlantic Avenue, it's Virginia Beach's natural splendors that will have you coming back again and again. As it twists with the coastline to become Shore Drive, you'll reach First Landing State Park. It preserves the spot at which English colonists first arrived on U.S. soil in 1607 after a five-month voyage. Meanwhile, out to sea, there's a chance to spot humpback whales and bottlenose dolphins.
The city’s central location on the Atlantic coastline means there are many destinations you can visit from Virginia Beach for very cheap. The busiest terminus in Virginia Beach is on Northampton Boulevard. It sees coaches reach New York City in around eight hours. Head to Norfolk, and you can also jump on Amtrak's Northeast Regional train service to Boston.
Providence



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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Virginia Beach?
Main departure station: Park Avenue & 20th Street
There is one train station in Virginia Beach.
All train stations in Virginia Beach:
- Park Avenue & 20th Street
Where is the train station in Providence?
Main arrival station: Providence Station - 100 Gaspee St


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.
Train stations in Providence:
- Providence Station - 100 Gaspee St
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