New York, NY to Providence, RI bus

Sat, May 17
+ Add return
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI

Showing times and prices for May 18

Cheapest price

$41

Average price

$60

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Providence, RI will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.

Fast buses

Of the 12 buses that leave New York, NY for Providence, RI on Sun, May 18, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, May 18 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

On Sun, May 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.

Infobus0
07:30PM3h45
New York, NY
11:15PMProvidence, RI
$411One-way
0 transfers
Infobus0
03:00PM4h20
New York, NY
07:20PMProvidence, RI
$411One-way
0 transfers
Infobus0
10:30AM3h45
New York, NY
02:15PMProvidence, RI
$411One-way
0 transfers
Infobus0
08:30AM3h35
New York, NY
12:05PMProvidence, RI
$411One-way
0 transfers
Infobus0
01:00PM3h35
New York, NY
04:35PMProvidence, RI
$411One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Providence, RI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

Compare bus with

Bus
Most popular
Train
Flight

€44

Average price

Cheapest

€64

Average price

€419

Average price

4h 50m

Average duration

4h 20m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 1m

Average duration

Fastest

3h 31m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

16h 13m

Average duration

13h 13m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

New York, NY to Providence, RI bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 18
Last updated at 11:02 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 AM New York, NY
3h35
4:05 AM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus5:30 AM New York, NY
6h50
12:20 PM Providence, RI1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:00 PM New York, NY
3h55
3:55 PM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus012:30 PM New York, NY
3h35
4:05 PM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus0 · 0 · 01:30 PM New York, NY
5h25
6:55 PM Providence, RI2 transfers
ams_infobus02:30 PM New York, NY
3h45
6:15 PM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
greyhound5:00 PM New York, NY
4h25
9:25 PM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus05:00 PM New York, NY
3h35
8:35 PM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus07:00 PM New York, NY
4h20
11:20 PM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
greyhound7:30 PM New York, NY
4h30
12:00 AM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus09:00 PM New York, NY
3h20
12:20 AM Providence, RI0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets New York, NY to Providence, RI by train, bus, or flight

Sun
May 18
Mon
May 19
Tue
May 20
Wed
May 21
Thu
May 22
Fri
May 23
Sat
May 24

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Alsa
Eurolines France
RegioJet
Bla Bla Bus

Journey information

Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Providence, RI

USAUSA
USAUSA
Icon of bus
Buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by train.
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 $21 (€17)
Distance
154 miles (249 km)
Average bus duration
4h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$27 (€22)
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Bus providers
4
Fastest bus
3h 20m
First bus
13:00
Last bus
20:30
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 $21 (€17)

Bus providers: FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus and OurBus from New York, NY to Providence, RI

Travel between New York, NY and Providence, RI from $30 (€25) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus and OurBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Bus information from New York, NY to Providence, RI with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $30
  • FlixBus frequency: 2 a day

Buses from New York to Providence

Providence is the capital and the most populous city in the Rhode Island state in the United States. It is one of the oldest cities in the US in Providence county. Travelers can access Providence from New York by various transit systems, including train, flight, and bus. Taking the bus from New York to Providence provides travelers with a great way to travel the few kilometers connecting these two cities. Go Buses and OurBus provide transportation to downtown Providence from New York. The average distance between these two destinations is 180 miles (290 kilometers). The journey from New York to Providence with either bus service takes an average of three hours and 30 minutes. The fastest nonstop drive from New York through the shortest route takes an average of three hours and 13 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from New York to Providence?

There are several bus companies that serve the New York to Providence route. Two of the most popular bus services on this route are Go Buses and OurBus. Both Go Buses and OurBus offer direct services from New York to Providence. Go Buses is the more prominent of the two and has been operating on the East Coast in the United States for many decades. Go Buses, on the other hand, operates both commuter buses as well as charter buses on this route. The buses depart from New York to Providence every three hours. OurBus similarly provides charter and commuter services to travelers from New York to Providence, and other destinations across United States. 

How long is the bus ride from New York to Providence?

The average driving distance from New York to Providence, Rhode Island, is about 181 miles (291 kilometers) through the I-95 N route and 155 miles through the northern direction. An average trip with Go Buses from New York to Providence takes approximately three hours and 38 minutes. The fastest available Go Buses trip takes about three hours and 30 minutes. An average trip via OurBus from New York to Providence takes three hours and 40 minutes while the fastest available OurBus trip takes three hours and 30 minutes. The geographic midpoint between New York and Providence is Connecticut, New Haven County, located 78 miles between both points. 

How many buses are there from New York to Providence?

On average, there are about 22 scheduled trips by bus from New York to Providence every day. Go Buses operates two bus services from New York to Providence daily. On weekends, Go Buses provides three trips from New York to Providence every day. Go Buses heading to Providence depart from W 30th St, between 9th and 10th Ave station and arrives at Canal St and Smith station.  OurBus company also schedules one bus from New York to Providence daily. The earliest bus from New York to providence departs at 5:00 a.m., and the last bus departs at 7:00 a.m. Travelers are encouraged to book their tickets from New York to Providence early to avoid the last-minute rush and to get favorable booking costs.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from New York to Providence?

Departure bus station: Go Buses departing from New York to Providence leave from W 30th St, between 9th and 10th Ave station. On the other hand, OurBus company from New York to Providence depart from E 127th St & 2nd Ave station. These stations are both located within walking distance from the center of New York. Travelers will be able to enjoy the free WiFi and plug-in sockets available on both Go Buses and OurBus. Furthermore, both bus stations offer several services and amenities for travelers, including taxi dispatch services, car rentals to various locations in the city, shops and restaurants, bars, and free WiFi connection. Travelers with large luggage can opt for car rentals or taxis as they are often more convenient and faster. 

Arrival Station: Canal St and Smith is the arrival station for Go Buses traveling from New York to Providence. Canal St and Smith Station is a few kilometers from Providence city center - an approximate 10-minute walking distance. The station has various facilities and services for travelers, including shops and restaurants, payphones, free WiFi connection, and ATMs. The arrival bus station for OurBus services departing from New York to Providence is the Rhode Island Convention Center Station. The station is a few minutes away from Canal St and Smith station. Similarly, the bus station offers various facilities for its travelers, including free WiFi connection for the first 30 minutes, ATMs, payphones, bars, and shops.

FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Providence, RI

FAQs: Take the bus from New York, NY to Providence, RI with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from New York, NY to Providence, RI.
FAQs

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Providence, RI

New York
Providence
The major bus station for departures in New York is New York, Port Authority Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at New York, Port Authority Bus Station for your trip from New York to Providence.
New York, Port Authority Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-01:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
carConnection
Car connection
8th Avenue
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks (in the station)
  • Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for New York, Port Authority Bus Station
  • Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
carConnection
Car connection
W 31st St
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
  • Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
New York 1st Ave
information
The major bus station for arrivals in Providence is Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) for your trip to Providence from New York.
Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)
information
Providence, Broadway / Greene Street
information
HomeBusesBuses in USABus tickets to Providence, RINew York, NY to Providence, RI bus

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone
More routes, destinations and providers
Currency
Language

Useful links