What is the cheapest way to get from Providence to Swarthmore College?

The cheapest way to get from Providence to Swarthmore College is to bus which costs $50 - $85 and takes 7h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Providence to Swarthmore College?

The fastest way to get from Providence to Swarthmore College is to fly and train which takes 4h 22m and costs $55 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Providence and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct bus from Providence to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Chester Rd & College Av via 69th St TC South Berth 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Providence and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct train from Providence to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Swarthmore via Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Providence to Swarthmore College?

The distance between Providence and Swarthmore College is 291 miles. The road distance is 278.9 miles.

How do I travel from Providence to Swarthmore College without a car?

The best way to get from Providence to Swarthmore College without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs $65 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Providence to Swarthmore College?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Providence to Swarthmore College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Providence to Swarthmore College bus from?

Providence to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Providence station.

Where do I catch the Providence to Swarthmore College train from?

Providence to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Providence to Swarthmore College?

The best way to get from Providence to Swarthmore College is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs $65 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Providence to Swarthmore College bus arrive?

Providence to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Providence to Swarthmore College train arrive?

Providence to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Providence to Swarthmore College?

Yes, the driving distance between Providence to Swarthmore College is 279 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Providence to Swarthmore College.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore College?

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Providence to Swarthmore College - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Providence to Swarthmore College by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Providence to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional
6h 12m
$67–756
Drive 277.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Providence to Swarthmore Collegecar 277.3 mi
5h 41m
$51–74
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Providence to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2681
7h 56m
$53–81
Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
1. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane PVD - PHL
2. Take the train from Penn Medicine Station to Swarthmoretrain
4h 22m
$58–373
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Providence to New Yorkbus Bz 0203
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
8h 43m
$64–108
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane BOS - PHL
5h 32m
$193–1,471

Providence to Swarthmore College by train and foot (Amtrak)

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 288.9 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and Swarthmore College, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to 30th Street Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $70–170 and the journey takes 5h 11m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Providence to Philadelphia Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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