I don't do it everyday currently but I have traveled back and forth a bit. I would see what monthly options are for either the mtba or amtrack. But regardless, if you are living in providence itself, you are looking at anywhere from 40 minutes minimum to 90 minutes for commute, twice a day depending on how close you live to the train station/ if you take mbta or amtrack. If you have the time in your schedule to make that commute time, it does seem like a more affordable option long term. In my opinion, it could be an exhausting commute to make everyday. I would consider looking at homes that are in towns along the commuter rail.

Hope this helps