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

The cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Boston is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Boston is to bus which takes 1h and costs $13 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Rhode Island and Boston?

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

Is there a direct train between Rhode Island and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Providence and arriving at South Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Rhode Island to Boston?

The distance between Rhode Island and Boston is 45 miles. The road distance is 45.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Boston without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $13 - $16.

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

The bus from Providence to Boston takes 1h including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Rhode Island to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Providence station.

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

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

Train or bus from Rhode Island to Boston?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Boston is to bus which takes 1h and costs $13 - $16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $600 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Rhode Island to Boston bus arrive?

Rhode Island to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Rhode Island to Boston train arrive?

Rhode Island to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to Boston is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Rhode Island to Boston.

How do I get a train ticket from Rhode Island to Boston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rhode Island to Boston?

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Where can I stay near Boston?

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Providence to BostonGreyhound US0230 / ...
1h
$13–16
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Providence to South StationProvidence/Stoughton Line
1h 15m
$5–600
Drive 45.6 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Boston45.6 mi
1h 3m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to Boston45.6 mi
1h 3m
$140–170

Rhode Island to Boston by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

1hAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 44.8 mi
Duration: 1h

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Providence to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $13–16 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from Providence to South Station hourly. Tickets cost $5–14 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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