What is the cheapest way to get from Swarthmore College to Providence?

The cheapest way to get from Swarthmore College to Providence is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swarthmore College to Providence?

The fastest way to get from Swarthmore College to Providence is to fly and train which takes 4h 52m and costs $190 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Swarthmore College and Providence?

No, there is no direct bus from Swarthmore College to Providence. However, there are services departing from Chester Rd & College Av and arriving at Providence via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Philadelphia and New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Swarthmore College and Providence?

No, there is no direct train from Swarthmore College to Providence. However, there are services departing from Swarthmore and arriving at Providence via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Swarthmore College to Providence?

The distance between Swarthmore College and Providence is 290 miles. The road distance is 278.6 miles.

How do I travel from Swarthmore College to Providence without a car?

The best way to get from Swarthmore College to Providence without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $90 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Swarthmore College to Providence?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Swarthmore College to Providence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore College to Providence bus from?

Swarthmore College to Providence bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore College to Providence train from?

Swarthmore College to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Swarthmore College to Providence?

The best way to get from Swarthmore College to Providence is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $90 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus via Chestnut St & 30th St, which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Swarthmore College to Providence bus arrive?

Swarthmore College to Providence bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Swarthmore College to Providence train arrive?

Swarthmore College to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from Swarthmore College to Providence?

Yes, the driving distance between Swarthmore College to Providence is 279 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Swarthmore College to Providence.

Where can I stay near Providence?

There are 220+ hotels available in Providence.

Swarthmore College to Providence - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromSwarthmore College to Providence

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Swarthmore College to Providence by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Providencetrain Acela
5h 45m
$93–193
Drive 276.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swarthmore College to Providencecar 276.9 mi
5h 41m
$51–73
Bus via Chestnut St & 30th St
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New Yorkbus Ppb 8541 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York to Providencebus Bz 0210
8h 57m
$91–136
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain
4h 52m
$192–1,515
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Providencebus Greyhound US0230
9h 23m
$74–121
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly to Theodore Francis Green State Airport
1. Take the train from Swarthmore to Penn Medicine Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
4h 53m
$52–323
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly to Theodore Francis Green State Airport
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane BWI - PVD
6h 13m
$68–930
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Worcester Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Worcester Regional Airport (ORH)plane PHL - ORH
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Providencebus
6h 56m
$81–437

Swarthmore College to Providence by foot and train (Amtrak)

110Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swarthmore College to Providence.

Launch map view

Distance: 288.8 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Swarthmore College, PA, USA and Providence, RI, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to Providence every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–800 and the journey takes 4h 27m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Swarthmore College to Providence via Chester Rd & College Av, 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Chestnut St & 30th St, Philadelphia, and New York in around 8h 57m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.