What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Providence?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Providence is to bus which costs $5 - $13 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Providence?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Providence is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Providence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Providence?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Station station and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Boston to Providence?

The distance between Boston and Providence is 44 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Providence without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Providence without a car is to bus which takes 1h 5m and costs $5 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Providence?

The bus from Boston to Providence takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Boston to Providence bus from?

Boston to Providence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Providence train from?

Boston to Providence train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Providence?

The best way to get from Boston to Providence is to bus which takes 1h 5m and costs $5 - $13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $600 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Boston to Providence bus arrive?

Boston to Providence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Providence station.

Where does the Boston to Providence train arrive?

Boston to Providence train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from Boston to Providence?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Providence is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Boston to Providence.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Providence?

Book your Boston to Providence train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Boston to Providence?

Book your Boston to Providence bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Providence?

There are 219+ hotels available in Providence.

Boston to Providence - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Boston to Providence by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus FlixBus 2610
1h 5m
$5–13
Train
1. Take the train from South Station to Providencetrain Providence/Stoughton Line
1h 10m
$8–600
Drive 45.5 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Providencecar 45.5 mi
1h 1m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Providencetaxi 45.5 mi
1h 1m
$140–170

Boston to Providence by bus

14Weekly Buses

1h 5mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 43.6 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Providence, RI, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to Providence once daily. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from South Station to Providence hourly. Tickets cost $8–14 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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