What is the cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable?

The cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable?

The fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Rhode Island and Barnstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhode Island to Barnstable. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Barnstable via Providence. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Rhode Island and Barnstable?

No, there is no direct train from Rhode Island to Barnstable. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Hyannis via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Rhode Island to Barnstable?

The distance between Rhode Island and Barnstable is 81 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rhode Island to Barnstable without a car?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Barnstable bus from?

Rhode Island to Barnstable bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Providence station.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Barnstable train from?

Rhode Island to Barnstable train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Rhode Island to Barnstable?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $650 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Rhode Island to Barnstable bus arrive?

Rhode Island to Barnstable bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Barnstable station.

Where does the Rhode Island to Barnstable train arrive?

Rhode Island to Barnstable train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to Barnstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to Barnstable is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Rhode Island to Barnstable.

Where can I stay near Barnstable?

There are 801+ hotels available in Barnstable.

Rhode Island to Barnstable - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rhode Island to Barnstable by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Providence to Barnstablebus Bz 0918 / ...
2h 50m
$30–59
Drive 67.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Providence to Barnstablecar 67.2 mi
1h 33m
$13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from South Station to Hyannistrain CapeFLYER
4h 25m
$46–630
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Park & Ride Lot, Rte 6 & 132bus Hyannis - South Shore to Logan Airport
3h 11m
$48–610
Train, bus via Boston
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the bus from Boston to Barnstablebus Bz 0950 / ...
3h 23m
$36–610

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Distance: 80.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Rhode Island, USA and Barnstable, MA, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Providence to Barnstable 4 times a day. Tickets cost $15–40 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Providence to Barnstable via Boston, South Station, and Hyannis in around 4h 25m.

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