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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Rhode Island is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Rhode Island is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct train from Essex station to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station and arriving at Providence via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Essex to Rhode Island?

The distance between Essex and Rhode Island is 85 miles. The road distance is 74.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Rhode Island without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $25 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Essex to Rhode Island, including transfers.

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

Essex to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station.

Where does the Essex to Rhode Island train arrive?

Essex to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from Essex to Rhode Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Rhode Island is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Essex to Rhode Island.

Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 205+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

Essex to Rhode Island - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Essex to Rhode Island by train (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
2h 30m
$25–55
Drive 74.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to Providencecar 74.5 mi
1h 25m
$14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station to New Haventrain Commuter Rail / ...
2. Take the bus from New Haven Union Station to Providence Downtownbus New York / ...
4h 10m
$27–68

Essex to Rhode Island by bus and train (Amtrak)

40Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Essex, CT, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Old Saybrook Amtrak Station to Providence every 4 hours. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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