- Must visit
RISD Museum
Leading art museum with global collections, strong American holdings, and easy access beside Brown University and RISD.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$11
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h
Buses on Sep 15
26
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 26 buses from Boston, MA to Providence, RI, including 24 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
BZ 0141B
BZ 0133B
BZ 0105B
BZ 0113B
BZ 0121B
BZ 0133B
BZ 0113B
BZ 0105B
BZ 0141B
BZ 0121BOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Providence, RI:
A bus is $42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Providence, RI costing on average $62.
Other travel options to Providence, RI take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.61. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Providence, RI buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BZ 0517B · BZ 0113B | 10:15 AM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h25 | 12:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 1 transfer | |
BZ 0517B · BZ 0113B | 10:15 AM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h15 | 12:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
BZ 0113B | 11:00 AM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0113B | 11:00 AM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h40 | 12:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0113B | 11:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h10 | 12:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0113B | 11:30 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h00 | 12:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0121B | 1:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h40 | 2:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0121B | 1:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0121B | 1:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h00 | 2:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0121B | 1:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h10 | 2:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0133B | 4:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h40 | 5:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0133B | 4:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0133B | 4:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h10 | 5:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0133B | 4:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h00 | 5:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0309B | 5:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0309B | 5:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 2h15 | 7:45 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0141B | 6:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0141B | 6:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h40 | 7:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0141B | 6:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h10 | 7:40 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0141B | 6:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h00 | 7:30 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h05 | 8:20 AM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h05 | 9:15 AM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0105B | 8:30 AM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h30 | 10:00 AM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0105B | 8:30 AM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h40 | 10:10 AM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0105B | 9:00 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h00 | 10:00 AM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
BZ 0105B | 9:00 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h10 | 10:10 AM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Boston, MA to Providence, RI run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $7 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Providence, RI — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Providence, RI trip today.
Leading art museum with global collections, strong American holdings, and easy access beside Brown University and RISD.
Hands-on science museum known for interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and family-friendly learning downtown.
Historic house museum showcasing elegant Victorian interiors, decorative arts, and the life of the Lippitt family.
Historic hilltop neighborhood of colonial streets, campus landmarks, and some of Providence’s best preserved architecture.
Scenic downtown riverwalk and plaza area central to WaterFire, public art, and leisurely walks beside the water.
Italian-American neighborhood known for lively streets, historic character, and one of the city’s best walking atmospheres.
Rhode Island’s signature fried calamari, often tossed with hot cherry peppers and garlic butter. It reflects the state’s strong Italian and seafood traditions.
A clear clam broth with clams, potatoes and herbs, without cream or tomato. It is the traditional local chowder style in Rhode Island.
Thinly sliced roast beef on a roll, usually topped with a thin tomato soup-like sauce. It is a classic Rhode Island sandwich with old-school roots.
Refined New American restaurant downtown with polished service and a smart, elegant atmosphere. Known for seasonal tasting menus and creative plating.
Stylish seafood restaurant and oyster bar on the riverfront. Popular for local shellfish, chowder and a lively downtown atmosphere.
Long-running bakery and cafe in Federal Hill known for pastries, pizza strips, calzones and coffee. A good stop for casual local Italian-American favorites.
Moderate for a U.S. city: hotels and dining are usually below Boston, while transit is limited so visitors may spend more on rideshares or parking.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or prompts; $1-2 is common.
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Peter Pan Bus Terminal -> Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Providence, RI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Providence, RI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston, MA to Providence, RI buses use the Boston, Bus Terminal South Station to Providence, Canal FS Smith station pair, with some services arriving at Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Providence, RI bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Boston, Bus Terminal South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafe options available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
Available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street is 2 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street. ATMs are available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street.
Available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Huntington Avenue / Belvidere Street: Bus stop is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Boston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shop available on site
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Boston.
Available at Boston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms.
Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI is 3 km from Providence city centre. Public transport options include:
Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snacks and drinks available at vending machines
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are available at Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI.
Ticket office support is available at Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI.
Available at Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI: Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options at the convention center
Wi-Fi is available at Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center). ATMs are located inside the convention center.
Ticket office support is available at Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center).
Available at Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center): Convention center is wheelchair accessible.
Providence, Canal FS Smith has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Providence, Canal FS Smith. ATMs are available at Providence, Canal FS Smith.
Ticket office support is available at Providence, Canal FS Smith.
Available at Providence, Canal FS Smith: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence, Canal FS Smith: Wheelchair accessible ramps present.
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