How to travel from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA

There are 3 options to travel between Providence, RI and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $54 (€44).

This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $116 (€93).

A bus is $421 (€341) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $475 (€384).

The fastest way to travel from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA is by train with an average journey time of 5h 25m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 41m.

Flight takes on average 9h 7m.

The distance from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 234 miles (378 km).

The average frequency per day from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 20 flights per day.
• Around 18 trains per day.
• Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Providence, RI and Philadelphia, PA 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 Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA:

• Flights mostly depart from T. F. Green International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Providence Station, Providence, RI and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from Providence, Canal FS Smith and arrive in Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Greyhound to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 15 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Providence, RI to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Philadelphia, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Philadelphia, PA, you can visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art enthusiasts can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, known for its vast collection and the famous Rocky Steps. For a taste of local culture, head to Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor space with diverse food options. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo offers a chance to see a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.

To experience Philadelphia's key attractions, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Reading Terminal Market, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.