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

The cheapest way to get from Massachusetts to Rhode Island is to bus which costs $6 - $13 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Massachusetts to Rhode Island is to train which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Massachusetts and Rhode Island?

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 Massachusetts and Rhode Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Massachusetts to Rhode Island?

The distance between Massachusetts and Rhode Island is 44 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Massachusetts to Rhode Island without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $600.

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

The train from Boston to Providence takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Massachusetts to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

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

Massachusetts to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Massachusetts to Rhode Island?

The best way to get from Massachusetts to Rhode Island is to train which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $13 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Massachusetts to Rhode Island bus arrive?

Massachusetts to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Providence station.

Where does the Massachusetts to Rhode Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Massachusetts to Rhode Island?

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

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

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

Book your Massachusetts to Rhode Island bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 223+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

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Distance: 43.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Massachusetts, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Providence every 3 hours. Tickets cost $14–29 and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to Providence once daily. Tickets cost $6–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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