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How to get fromRhode Island to Dorchesterby train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, or subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Rhode Island to Dorchester by train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, or subway

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Providence to Rugglestrain train Providence/Stoughton Line
    1h 6m
    $7–14

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus bus Greyhound US0230
    1h 10m
    $10–17

  3. Drive 41.1 mi

    1. Drive from Providence to Dorchestercar car 41.1 mi
    53 min
    $8–11

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Providence to Dorchestertaxi taxi 41.1 mi
    53 min
    $130–160

  5. Train, subway

    1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain train Northeast Regional
    2. Take the subway from South Station to Fields Cornersubway subway Red Line
    1h 7m
    $11–560

Rhode Island to Dorchester by train

Calendar125Weekly Trains
Duration1h 6mAverage Duration
Ticket$7Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 41.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 6m

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

MBTA operates a train from Providence to Ruggles hourly. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Providence to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route.

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