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

The cheapest way to get from Providence to Waltham is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Providence to Waltham is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Providence and Waltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Providence to Waltham. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Elm St @ Main St via Federal St @ Franklin St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Providence and Waltham?

No, there is no direct train from Providence to Waltham. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Waltham via Back Bay and North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Providence to Waltham?

The distance between Providence and Waltham is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Providence to Waltham without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs $6 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Providence to Waltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Providence to Waltham bus from?

Providence to Waltham bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Providence station.

Where do I catch the Providence to Waltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Providence to Waltham?

The best way to get from Providence to Waltham is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs $6 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus and line 505 bus, which costs $12 - $22 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Providence to Waltham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Providence to Waltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Providence to Waltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Providence to Waltham is 46 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Providence to Waltham.

Where can I stay near Waltham?

There are 1509+ hotels available in Waltham.

Providence to Waltham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 505 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Providence to Waltham by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Back Baytrain Providence/Stoughton Line
1h 36m
$6–561
Bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Federal St @ Franklin St to Elm St @ Main Stbus 505
2h 55m
$12–21
Drive 45.6 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Walthamcar 45.6 mi
57 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to Walthamtaxi 45.6 mi
57 min
$140–170
Train via Waltham
1. Take the train from Providence to Back Baytrain Providence/Stoughton Line
2. Take the train from North Station to Walthamtrain Fitchburg Line
2h 30m
$10–567

Providence to Waltham by train and bus

256Weekly Services

1h 36mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.2 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and Waltham, 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, you can take a bus from Providence to Elm St @ Main St via Boston and Federal St @ Franklin St in around 2h 55m.

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