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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Rhode Island is to bus which costs $7 - $16 and takes 1h 10m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Rhode Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Rhode Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Station station and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Boston to Rhode Island?

The distance between Boston and Rhode Island is 44 miles. The road distance is 45.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Rhode Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $8 - $600.

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

The train from South Station to Providence takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

Boston to Rhode Island train services, operated by MBTA, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Boston to Rhode Island?

The best way to get from Boston to Rhode Island is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $8 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $16 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Boston to Rhode Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Boston to Rhode Island train arrive?

Boston to Rhode Island train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from Boston to Rhode Island?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 213+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Station to Providencetrain Providence/Stoughton Line
1h 10m
$8–600
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus Bz 0131 / ...
1h 10m
$7–16
Drive 45.5 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Providencecar 45.5 mi
1h 1m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Boston to Providencetaxi 45.5 mi
1h 1m
$140–170

Boston to Rhode Island by train

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Distance: 43.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

MBTA operates a train from South Station to Providence hourly. Tickets cost $8–14 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Boston to Providence 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–16 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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