Last train from Providence to Boston
When the last Northeast Regional train leaves Providence for Boston, on weekdays and weekends, and what to do if you miss it.
Quick answer: On weekdays, the last Northeast Regional train from Providence to Boston leaves at 11:25 pm and reaches South Station at 12:43 am. On Saturdays and Sundays the last train leaves at 11:25 pm. The ride takes about 71 minutes.
Check the next train from Providence live
The last trains to Boston
| Day | Leaves Providence | Arrives South Station | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 11:25 pm (last) | 12:43 am | Train 6042 |
| 10:44 pm | 11:36 pm | Train 1168 | |
| 10:15 pm | 11:28 pm | Train 6040 | |
| Saturday | 11:25 pm (last) | 12:40 am | Train 6520 |
| 10:39 pm | 11:30 pm | Train 168 | |
| 9:25 pm | 10:40 pm | Train 6518 | |
| Sunday | 11:25 pm (last) | 12:40 am | Train 6520 |
| 10:39 pm | 11:30 pm | Train 168 | |
| 9:25 pm | 10:40 pm | Train 6518 |
Scheduled times on the fall 2026 timetable. Train numbers help you match the departure board.
All day: how often trains run
| Day | Trains to Boston | First train | How often (daytime) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 28 | 4:12 am | About every 35 min |
| Saturdays | 21 | 5:15 am | About every 45 min |
| Sundays | 21 | 5:15 am | About every 45 min |
If you miss the last train
After the last train there's no other public transit route to Boston that night. The first weekday train leaves Providence at 4:12 am. If you might be late, ask Cobblehop for the last train before you sit down for dinner.
Tips
- Look for the inbound train. Trains to Boston are inbound, and the sign will say Boston.
- Leave a few minutes early. Commuter Rail trains can leave on time even when the platform is busy, and if you miss the last one there's no next train.
- Before you go out. Ask Cobblehop for "the last train from Providence" and it tells you when to leave where you are, using live times.
- Providence station is next to the Rhode Island State House, a short walk from downtown.
What it costs
- Amtrak. Amtrak sets its own fares. Check Amtrak before you go.
Fares as of October 2026. Check the MBTA's fares page before you ride.
Last train from Providence: common questions
What time is the last train from Providence to Boston?
On weekdays, the last Northeast Regional train from Providence to Boston leaves at 11:25 pm and reaches South Station at 12:43 am. On Saturdays and Sundays the last train leaves at 11:25 pm.
Where does the train from Providence arrive in Boston?
At South Station. The ride takes about 71 minutes.
How often do trains run from Providence to Boston on weekends?
There are 21 trains on Saturdays, about every 45 min during the day. On weekdays there are 28.
What if I miss the last train from Providence?
After the last train there's no other public transit route to Boston that night. The first weekday train leaves Providence at 4:12 am. If you might be late, ask Cobblehop for the last train before you sit down for dinner.
Related routes
- Last train from TF Green Airport to Boston
- Last train from Attleboro to Boston
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- Never miss your stop (guide)
Official sources
Cobblehop is independent and isn't affiliated with these agencies or operators. Schedules on this page come from MBTA/MassDOT public data. Check their pages for the latest schedules and service changes:
Published October 29, 2026. Times come from the fall 2026 MBTA schedule. Holiday and special-event schedules can differ, so check Cobblehop for live times before you go.
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