What is the cheapest way to get from South Station to Providence?

The cheapest way to get from South Station to Providence is to bus which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Station to Providence?

The fastest way to get from South Station to Providence is to train which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between South Station and Providence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between South Station and Providence?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from South Station to Providence?

The distance between South Station and Providence is 44 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Station to Providence without a car?

The best way to get from South Station to Providence without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $600.

How long does it take to get from South Station to Providence?

The train from Boston to Providence takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the South Station to Providence bus from?

South Station to Providence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the South Station to Providence train from?

South Station to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from South Station to Providence?

The best way to get from South Station to Providence is to train which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the South Station to Providence bus arrive?

South Station to Providence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Providence station.

Where does the South Station to Providence train arrive?

South Station to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from South Station to Providence?

Yes, the driving distance between South Station to Providence is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from South Station to Providence.

How do I get a train ticket from South Station to Providence?

Book your South Station to Providence train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from South Station to Providence?

Book your South Station to Providence bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Providence?

There are 216+ hotels available in Providence.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Station to Providence by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
39 min
$8–600
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus FlixBus 2610
1h 5m
$6–11
Drive 45 mi
1. Drive from South Station to Providencecar 45 mi
1h
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Station to Providencetaxi 45 mi
1h
$140–170
Bus via Providence
1. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus Bz 0131 / ...
1h 16m
$9–16

South Station to Providence by train

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Distance: 43.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between South Station, MA, USA and Providence, RI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Providence every 3 hours. Tickets cost $10–26 and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to Providence once daily. Tickets cost $6–10 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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