What is the cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island?

The cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island?

The fastest way to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between New Jersey and Rhode Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newark Penn Station station and arriving at Providence. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between New Jersey and Rhode Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newark Penn Station station and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from New Jersey to Rhode Island?

The distance between New Jersey and Rhode Island is 199 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island?

The train from Newark, Penn Station to Providence takes 3h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Rhode Island bus from?

New Jersey to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Rhode Island train from?

New Jersey to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from New Jersey to Rhode Island?

The best way to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h.

Where does the New Jersey to Rhode Island bus arrive?

New Jersey to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Providence station.

Where does the New Jersey to Rhode Island train arrive?

New Jersey to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from New Jersey to Rhode Island?

Yes, the driving distance between New Jersey to Rhode Island is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from New Jersey to Rhode Island.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 216+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from New Jersey to Rhode Island by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Providencetrain Acela
3h 27m
$100–170
Drive 186.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Providencecar 186.1 mi
3h 39m
$32–46
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Providencebus Greyhound US0230D
5h
$40–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Trenton to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
4h 50m
$71–398
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
2. Take the bus from New York to Providencebus Bz 0210
5h 29m
$44–102

New Jersey to Rhode Island by train (Amtrak)

104Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.8 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between New Jersey, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Providence every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–700 and the journey takes 3h 27m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Providence 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 5h.

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