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

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Rhode Island is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albany to Rhode Island is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Albany and arriving at Providence Downtown via Peter Pan Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Albany and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct train from Albany station to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and arriving at Providence via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Albany to Rhode Island?

The distance between Albany and Rhode Island is 216 miles. The road distance is 162 miles.

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

The best way to get from Albany to Rhode Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 39m and costs $30 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Albany to Rhode Island, including transfers.

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

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

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

Albany to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany to Rhode Island?

The best way to get from Albany to Rhode Island is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs $70 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $100 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Albany to Rhode Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Albany to Rhode Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Albany to Rhode Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Rhode Island is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Albany to Rhode Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 193+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to Bostonbus Greyhound US0171 / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
4h 39m
$34–649
Drive 161 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Albany to Providencecar 161 mi
2h 55m
$30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
5h 51m
$70–730
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany to Providencebus Bz 1412
5h 28m
$40–98

Albany to Rhode Island by bus and train

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Albany, NY, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

You can take a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Providence via Boston in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Albany to Providence 4 times a week. Tickets cost $35–100 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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