What is the cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge?

The cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge is to bus which costs $6 - $13 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge?

The fastest way to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge is to train which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rhode Island and Cambridge?

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

Is there a direct train between Rhode Island and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Providence and arriving at Boston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Rhode Island to Cambridge?

The distance between Rhode Island and Cambridge is 42 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge?

The train from Providence to Boston takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to Cambridge train from?

Rhode Island to Cambridge train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Rhode Island to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to Cambridge is to train which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $13 and takes 1h.

Where does the Rhode Island to Cambridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rhode Island to Cambridge train arrive?

Rhode Island to Cambridge train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to Cambridge is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Rhode Island to Cambridge.

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

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

Book your Rhode Island to Cambridge bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Cambridge.

Rhode Island to Cambridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
41 min
$7–600
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus Greyhound US0230
1h
$6–13
Drive 46.2 mi
1. Drive from Providence to Cambridgecar 46.2 mi
1h 6m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Providence to Cambridgetaxi 46.2 mi
1h 6m
$140–180

Rhode Island to Cambridge by train

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to Boston every 3 hours. Tickets cost $13–28 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Providence to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 1h. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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