The average bus between Rhode Island and California takes 2d 21h and the fastest bus takes 2d 19h. The bus service runs several times per day from Rhode Island to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Rhode Island and California. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhode Island is at 8:10 PM which arrives into California at 3:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Port Authority Bus Terminal and take an average of 2d 21h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2d 19h • 2 changes
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2d 19h • 2 changes
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2d 19h • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Rhode Island to California? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Rhode Island to California. However, there are services departing from Rhode Island station and arriving at California station via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2d 21h.
Rhode Island to California bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Providence Downtown station.
Rhode Island to California bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.
Book your Rhode Island to California bus tickets online with Peter Pan Bus Lines, Greyhound USA and Greyhound-us.
The distance between Rhode Island and California is 4,048.8 km. The road distance is 5,052 km.
You can take a bus from Providence Downtown to Los Angeles Union Station via Port Authority Bus Terminal and St Louis Bus Station in around 2d 19h.