What is the cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Boston University?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Boston University?

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

Is there a direct bus between Rhode Island and Boston University?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhode Island to Boston University. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Mountfort St @ Carlton St via Broadway Station - Red Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Rhode Island to Boston University?

The distance between Rhode Island and Boston University is 44 miles. The road distance is 44.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Boston University without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 9m and costs $8 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Rhode Island to Boston University?

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Rhode Island to Boston University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Boston University bus from?

Rhode Island to Boston University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Providence station.

Where does the Rhode Island to Boston University bus arrive?

Rhode Island to Boston University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to Boston University?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to Boston University is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Rhode Island to Boston University.

Where can I stay near Boston University?

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Rhode Island to Boston University - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rhode Island to Boston University by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the bus from Stuart St @ Dartmouth St to Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's Stbus Green Line B Shuttle
1h 9m
$9–561
Bus, line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus Greyhound US0230
2. Take the bus from Broadway Station - Red Line to Mountfort St @ Carlton Stbus 47
2h 18m
$8–19
Drive 44.6 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Boston Universitycar 44.6 mi
1h
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to Boston Universitytaxi 44.6 mi
1h
$140–170

Rhode Island to Boston University by train, bus, and foot

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Rhode Island, USA and Boston University, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from Providence to Boston University via Boston, Broadway Station - Red Line, and Mountfort St @ Carlton St in around 2h 18m.

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