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The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Providence, RI
Showing times and prices for May 01
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
66 km
Cheap tickets
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 $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast buses
Of the 12 buses that leave Boston, MA for Providence, RI on Fri, May 01, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 01 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, May 01 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m 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.
FlixBus7:15 AM1h05Boston, Bus Terminal South Station8:20 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith$151One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM1h05Boston, Bus Terminal South Station9:15 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith$161One-way0 transfers
BZ 03095:30 PM2h15Boston, Bus Terminal South Station7:45 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI$441One-way0 transfers- BZ 03095:30 PM2h25Boston, Bus Terminal South Station7:55 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$441One-way0 transfers
- BZ 01232:15 PM1h10Boston, Bus Terminal South Station3:25 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$441One-way0 transfers
- BZ 01232:15 PM1h00Boston, Bus Terminal South Station3:15 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI$441One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:15 AM1h05Boston, Bus Terminal South Station8:20 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith$151One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM1h05Boston, Bus Terminal South Station9:15 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith$161One-way0 transfers
- BZ 01232:15 PM1h10Boston, Bus Terminal South Station3:25 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$441One-way0 transfers
- BZ 01231:45 PM1h30Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA3:15 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI$581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Boston, MA to Providence, RI
Omio 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 train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$19 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Boston, MA to Providence, RI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Providence, RI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Providence, RI buses for today, Thursday, April 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| BZ 0529 · BZ 0123 | 1:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h15 | 3:15 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 1 transfer | |
| BZ 0529 · BZ 0123 | 1:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h25 | 3:25 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 1 transfer | |
| BZ 0123 | 1:45 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h40 | 3:25 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0123 | 1:45 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 1h30 | 3:15 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0123 | 2:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h10 | 3:25 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0123 | 2:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1h00 | 3:15 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0309 | 5:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0309 | 5:00 PM Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2h55 | 7:55 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0309 | 5:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 2h15 | 7:45 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0309 | 5:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 2h25 | 7:55 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 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 | |
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Why should you book Boston, MA to Providence, RI buses with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Greyhound offer buses services from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI
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Buses from Boston, MA to Providence, RI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by train.
There are 3 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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€5)
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€5)
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Boston, MA to Providence, RIYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Providence, RI with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Greyhound
About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€14)
Greyhound frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Boston, MA to Providence, RI can start from as little as $12 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Boston, MA to Providence, RI is $19 (€15) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI is 55m to travel the 41 miles (66 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI leaves at 12:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI leaves at 11:00 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from Boston, MA to Providence, RI with FlixBus, Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI, you can count on FlixBus, Greyhound for the best way to get you to Providence, RI. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Boston, MA and Providence, RI and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Providence, RI from Boston, MA is worth doing with a journey time of 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Boston, MA and Providence, RI including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI:
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI for bus company FlixBus, Greyhound.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Providence, RI are:
- WaterFire Providence, an award-winning fire sculpture installation on the rivers of downtown Providence
- Roger Williams Park Zoo, a historic zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs
- RISD Museum, an art museum with a vast collection of fine and decorative arts from around the world
- Providence Performing Arts Center, a grand theater hosting Broadway shows, concerts, and performances
- Benefit Street Mile of History, a historic street lined with preserved colonial homes and architecture.
The best things to do in Providence, RI include:
- WaterFire Providence, an award-winning fire sculpture installation on the rivers of downtown Providence
- Roger Williams Park Zoo, a historic zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs
- RISD Museum, an art museum with an extensive collection of fine and decorative arts from around the world
- Providence Performing Arts Center, a venue hosting Broadway shows, concerts, and other live performances
- Federal Hill, a vibrant neighborhood known for its Italian heritage, dining, and cultural events.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI depends on the bus companies:
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus, Greyhound.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI:
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Boston, MA to Providence, RI:
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI with the following bus company: FlixBus, Greyhound
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI with the following bus company: FlixBus, Greyhound.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Boston, MA to Providence, RI with the following bus company: FlixBus, Greyhound.
Since neither Boston, MA nor Providence, RI are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Boston, MA to Providence, RI among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Providence, RI, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas like WaterFire events and downtown. Avoid poorly lit or isolated neighborhoods at night. Common scams include overcharging by unlicensed taxi drivers and fake charity solicitations. Staying alert and using official transportation services can help ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Boston, MA to Providence, RI
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The major bus station for departures in Boston is Boston, Bus Terminal South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station for your trip from Boston to Providence.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Providence is Providence, Canal FS Smith. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Providence, Canal FS Smith for your trip to Providence from Boston.
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