How to travel from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Newark, NJ to Providence, RI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $91.

Distance: 161 miles (260 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI is a bus with an average price of $57.

This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI:

A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI costing on average $105.

A bus is $209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI costing on average $266.

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Providence, RI take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 54m.

Bus takes on average 4h 31m.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Providence, RI.

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There are 3 options to travel between Newark, NJ and Providence, RI including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI is a bus with an average price of $57.

This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI:

A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI costing on average $105.

A bus is $209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI costing on average $266.

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Providence, RI take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 54m.

Bus takes on average 4h 31m.

The distance from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI is approximately 161 miles (260 km).
The average frequency per day from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI:
  • Flights mostly depart from LaGuardia Airport and arrive in T. F. Green International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ and arrive in Providence Station, Providence, RI.
  • Buses mostly depart from Newark, Penn Station and arrive in Providence, Canal FS Smith.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak, NJ Transit to go to Providence, RI by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Trailways to go to Providence, RI by bus.
  • Travel with JetBlue Airways, Republic Airlines to go to Providence, RI by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI with the following travel companies:
  • 20 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Infobus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with JetBlue Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Boston, MA, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, New Haven, CT. 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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