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How to get fromProvidence to Tufts Universityby train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or train (Amtrak)

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There are 5 ways to get from Providence to Tufts University by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or train (Amtrak)

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  1. Train, tram

    best
    1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain train Northeast Regional
    2. Take the tram from Copley to Medford/Tuftstram tram E / ...
    1h 33m
    $11–559

  2. Drive  48.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Providence to Tufts Universitycar car 48.1 mi
    1h 11m
    $9–13

  3. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus bus Greyhound US0230
    1h 34m
    $11–15

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Providence to Tufts Universitytaxi taxi 48.1 mi
    1h 11m
    $150–180

  5. Train

    1. Take the train from Providence to South Stationtrain train Providence/Stoughton Line
    1h 49m
    $11–560

Providence to Tufts University by train, foot, and tram

Calendar245Weekly Services
Duration1h 33mAverage Duration
Ticket$11Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 48.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and Tufts University, MA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Providence to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $8–13 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, MBTA operates a train from Providence to South Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–14 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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