Find up-to-date train schedules for travel between New York and Providence online at Amtrak's Web site. You can either select the route or enter the departure and arrival station to get information about times and seat choices.
Decide between the Regional or Acela Express line on Amtrak from New York's Penn Station to Providence Station. Average travel times can differ up to an hour.
Travel Northbound along the Northeast Corridor route to get from New York to Providence. Trains along this line depart two to three times hourly.
Get the best price for train travel between New York and Providence by booking your ticket in advance. You may also qualify for any number of discounts offered by Amtrak for its passengers.
Reserve a seat on the Regional train and you will have the choice between business and coach class. The difference in amenities includes a complimentary beverage and newspaper as well as other at-seat accommodations.
Book a seat for a departure as early as 1:50 am and as late as 10:56 pm daily. Read the train schedule carefully to determine whether the departure time you are looking at is a weekday or weekend train.
Take the Acela Express and you will have the choice of a first-class or business-class seat from New York to Providence. Remember that regardless of which class you choose, reservations are required on these trains.
Upgrade your seat onboard the train from New York to Providence if seating is available. Depending on what train you choose, you may be able to take a first- or business-class seat.
Travel to Providence Station on Gaspee Street and you will also get a glimpse of the Rhode Island's state capital. Walk through this modern station and find a quote from Robert Louis Stevenson embedded in the tile floors.
