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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 an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $339.

Distance: 154 miles (249 km)

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$94

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$339

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$59

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4h 19m

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3h 49m

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4h 14m

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The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Providence, RI is a bus with an average price of $40 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Providence, RI:

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Providence, RI costing on average $94 (€76).

A bus is $299 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Providence, RI costing on average $339 (€275).

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Providence, RI is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Providence, RI take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Train takes on average 4h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New York, NY and Providence, RI including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New York, NY to Providence, RI among Omio's users.

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from New York, NY to Providence, RI

How to get from New York, NY to Providence, RI by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from New York, NY to Providence, RI is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound
    3:30 PM4h30
    New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    8:00 PMProvidence, Canal FS Smith
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    3:30 PM4h30
    New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    8:00 PMProvidence, Canal FS Smith
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak2264 NextGen Acela
    9:03 PM3h03
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    12:06 AMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $4971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak166 Northeast Regional
    9:05 PM3h30
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    12:35 AMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $1341One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak66 Northeast Regional
    5:44 AM3h31
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    9:15 AMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $1771One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak150 Northeast Regional
    7:00 AM3h29
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    10:29 AMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $1881One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM3h55
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    11:55 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM3h35
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    12:05 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith
    $581One-way
    0 transfers
  • Peter Pan Bus LinesBZ 0220B
    3:00 PM3h35
    New York (P.A.B.T.), Trailways Bus Station, 625 8th Ave, NY
    6:35 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2444 · AA1293
    5:19 PM6h05
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    11:24 PMT. F. Green International Airport
    $5891One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2917+envoy airAA4238
    5:29 AM6h23
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    11:52 AMT. F. Green International Airport
    $5891One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2923+Republic AirlinesAA4727
    10:42 AM7h52
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    6:34 PMT. F. Green International Airport
    $5891One-way
    1 transfer

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

Travel to Providence, RI easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New York, NY to Providence, RI.

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There are 3 options to travel between New York, NY and Providence, RI including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Providence, RI is a bus with an average price of $40 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Providence, RI:

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Providence, RI costing on average $94 (€76).

A bus is $299 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Providence, RI costing on average $339 (€275).

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Providence, RI is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Providence, RI take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Train takes on average 4h 19m.

The distance from New York, NY to Providence, RI is approximately 154 miles (249 km).
The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Providence, RI is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New York, NY and Providence, RI as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to Providence, RI:
  • Flights mostly depart from LaGuardia Airport and arrive in T. F. Green International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Providence Station, Providence, RI.
  • Buses mostly depart from New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY and arrive in Providence, Canal FS Smith.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to Providence, RI, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with JetBlue Airways to go to Providence, RI by flight.
  • Travel with Peter Pan Bus Lines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus to go to Providence, RI by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Providence, RI by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from New York, NY to Providence, RI with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with Peter Pan Bus Lines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus.
  • 15 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to Providence, RI often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, New Haven, CT, Hyannis, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Providence, RI and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Providence, RI to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Providence, RI, you can experience WaterFire Providence, an award-winning fire sculpture installation on the downtown rivers. Visit Roger Williams Park Zoo to see diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs. Explore the RISD Museum with its extensive collection of fine and decorative arts. Enjoy Broadway shows and concerts at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Discover the Italian heritage and dining on Federal Hill. Don't miss Benefit Street Mile of History, known for its preserved colonial homes and architecture.
Three days are generally sufficient to explore Providence, RI, allowing time to visit key attractions like the RISD Museum, WaterFire, and the Roger Williams Park Zoo.
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