The cheapest and fastest buses from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 3 buses that leave Providence, RI for Iselin, NJ on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 11 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 16 h 40 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.
12:25 PM8h20Providence, RI8:45 PMIselin, NJ$481One-way0 transfers
1:25 PM8h20Providence, RI9:45 PMIselin, NJ$791One-way0 transfers
7:15 PM16h40Providence, RI11:55 AMIselin, NJ$1331One-way0 transfers
1:25 PM8h20Providence, RI9:45 PMIselin, NJ$791One-way0 transfers
12:25 PM8h20Providence, RI8:45 PMIselin, NJ$481One-way0 transfers
7:15 PM16h40Providence, RI11:55 AMIselin, NJ$1331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price | $258 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ:
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ costing on average $161 (€132).
A bus is $170 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ costing on average $258 (€211).
Other travel options to Iselin, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 5m.
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $190 |
Live departures
Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:25 PM Providence, RI | 8h20 | 8:45 PM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Providence, RI | 8h20 | 9:45 PM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Providence, RI | 16h40 | 11:55 AM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ
Buses from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI to Iselin, NJ 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 Iselin, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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