What is the cheapest way to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

The cheapest way to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence is to bus which costs $6 - $13 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

The fastest way to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence is to train which takes 34 min and costs $7 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Boston Back Bay (BBY) and Providence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Boston Back Bay (BBY) and Providence?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

The distance between Boston Back Bay (BBY) and Providence is 42 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

How do I travel from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence without a car?

The best way to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $7 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

The train from Boston to Providence takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence bus from?

Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence train from?

Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

The best way to get from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence is to train which takes 34 min and costs $7 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $13 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence bus arrive?

Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at Providence station.

Where does the Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence train arrive?

Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence?

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Where can I stay near Providence?

There are 200+ hotels available in Providence.

Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
34 min
$7–600
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus FlixBus 2610
1h 26m
$6–13
Drive 44.8 mi
1. Drive from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providencecar 44.8 mi
1h
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providencetaxi 44.8 mi
1h
$140–170

Boston Back Bay (BBY) to Providence by train

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Boston Back Bay (BBY), MA, USA and Providence, RI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Providence every 3 hours. Tickets cost $13–28 and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus-us operates a bus from Boston to Providence once daily, and the journey takes 1h 5m. Three other operators also service this route.

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