How to get from Providence to Lowell, MA by subway and train?

From Providence to Lowell, MA by subway and train

To get from Providence to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 8 min. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

188min
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    39 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #317 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Providence to Lowell, MA by subway and train via ACELA, ORANGE LINE and LOWELL

To get from Providence to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the ACELA train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

226min
Train - ACELAACELA
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    43 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #317 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Providence to Lowell, MA

The distance between Providence and Lowell, MA is approximately 70.05 mi, which can typically be travelled in 188 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Providence to Lowell, MA by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lowell – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Providence to Lowell, MA

To check the subway and train schedule from Providence to Lowell, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Providence) and destination (Lowell, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Providence to Lowell, MA by subway and train via ACELA, ORANGE LINE and LOWELL

To get from Providence to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the ACELA train from Providence station to Back Bay - South End station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE subway and finally take the LOWELL train from North Station station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The subway and train schedule from Providence may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

226min
Train - ACELAACELA
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Subway - ORANGE LINE
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Back Bay - South End
    43 min
  • 4
    Subway - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for subway
    ORANGE LINE
    Oak Grove
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    North Station
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #317 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Providence to Lowell, MA?

    The fastest way takes 188 minutes, using Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line LOWELL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Providence to Lowell, MA?

    The alternative route takes 226 minutes, using Train line ACELA, Subway line ORANGE LINE, Train line LOWELL.

  • Is there a direct train between Providence and Lowell, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Providence to Lowell, MA?

    The NORTHEAST REGIONAL train line goes from Back Bay - South End station near Providence in Boston to North Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till North Station station near Lowell, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Providence to Lowell, MA by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Providence and Lowell, MA by train and subway is about 3 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Providence to get to Lowell, MA?

    Get on the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from the Back Bay - South End station near Providence in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Providence and Lowell, MA?

    Get off the train at the North Station station, which is closest to Lowell, MA.

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