What is the cheapest way to get from Providence to South Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Providence to South Boston is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Providence to South Boston?

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

Is there a direct bus between Providence and South Boston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Providence and arriving at Boston. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Providence and South Boston?

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

How far is it from Providence to South Boston?

The distance between Providence and South Boston is 42 miles. The road distance is 44.2 miles.

How do I travel from Providence to South Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Providence to South Boston without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $7 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Providence to South Boston?

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

Where do I catch the Providence to South Boston bus from?

Providence to South Boston bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Providence station.

Where do I catch the Providence to South Boston train from?

Providence to South Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Providence to South Boston?

The best way to get from Providence to South Boston is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $7 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $16 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Providence to South Boston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Providence to South Boston train arrive?

Providence to South Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Back Bay station.

Can I drive from Providence to South Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Providence to South Boston is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Providence to South Boston.

How do I get a train ticket from Providence to South Boston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Providence to South Boston?

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Where can I stay near South Boston?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Back Baytrain Providence/Stoughton Line
1h 10m
$7–600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus Bz 0132
1h 15m
$8–16
Drive 43.9 mi
1. Drive from Providence to South Bostoncar 43.9 mi
1h
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to South Bostontaxi 43.9 mi
1h
$130–170

Providence to South Boston by train

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and South Boston, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a train from Providence to Back Bay hourly. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Providence to Boston 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–16 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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