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

The cheapest way to get from Providence to Boston, MA is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Providence to Boston, MA is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Providence and Boston, MA?

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

How far is it from Providence to Boston, MA?

The distance between Providence and Boston, MA is 43 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Providence to Boston, MA without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $5 - $600.

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

The train from Providence to Back Bay takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Providence to Boston, MA train from?

Providence to Boston, MA train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Providence to Boston, MA?

The best way to get from Providence to Boston, MA is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $5 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $600 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Providence to Boston, MA train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Providence to Boston, MA?

Yes, the driving distance between Providence to Boston, MA is 44 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Providence to Boston, MA.

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

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Where can I stay near Boston, MA?

There are 1584+ hotels available in Boston, MA.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Back BayProvidence/Stoughton Line
1h 22m
$5–600
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Providence to BostonGreyhound US0230
1h 25m
$12–567
Drive 44 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Boston, MA44 mi
59 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to Boston, MA44 mi
59 min
$130–170

Providence to Boston, MA by train and foot

253Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.8 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

MBTA operates a train from Providence to Back Bay hourly. Tickets cost $5–14 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Providence to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $11–18 and the journey takes 1h.

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