How to travel from Washington, DC to Providence, RI

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Providence, RI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, while a flight costs an average of $180.

Distance: 358 miles (577 km)

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$105

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$60

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$180

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7h 42m

Average total duration

7h 12m

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30m

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9h 28m

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8h 58m

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3h 29m

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1h 29m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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1.7 - 3.5kg

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from Washington, DC to Providence, RI

How to get from Washington, DC to Providence, RI by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8705P · BZ 0222B
    6:10 AM10h10
    Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC
    4:20 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8705P · BZ 0222B
    6:10 AM10h10
    Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC
    4:20 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1645
    10:19 PM1h26
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    11:45 PMT. F. Green International Airport
    $2761One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak66 Northeast Regional
    10:00 PM11h15
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    9:15 AMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $3441One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak2264 NextGen Acela
    5:55 PM6h11
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    12:06 AMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $4191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak2252 Acela
    6:40 AM6h20
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    1:00 PMProvidence Station, Providence, RI
    $5241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8705P · BZ 0222B
    6:10 AM10h20
    Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC
    4:30 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8708P · BZ 0220B
    6:45 AM11h50
    Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC
    6:35 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • Peter Pan Bus LinesPPB 8708P · BZ 0220B
    6:45 AM12h00
    Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC
    6:45 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • psa airlinesAA5438
    6:12 PM1h35
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    7:47 PMT. F. Green International Airport
    $2761One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA580 · AA2495
    5:00 AM5h28
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    10:28 AMT. F. Green International Airport
    $2861One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA6262
    12:35 PM1h26
    Dulles International Airport
    2:01 PMT. F. Green International Airport
    $3241One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Providence, RI.

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There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Providence, RI including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Providence, RI is a bus with an average price of $60 (€49).

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Providence, RI:

A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Providence, RI costing on average $105 (€85).

A bus is $120 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Providence, RI costing on average $180 (€146).

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Providence, RI is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Providence, RI take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 42m.

Bus takes on average 9h 28m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Providence, RI is approximately 358 miles (577 km).
The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Providence, RI is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Providence, RI:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in T. F. Green International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Providence Station, Providence, RI.
  • Buses mostly depart from Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC and arrive in Providence, Canal FS Smith.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC to Providence, RI, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines to go to Providence, RI by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Providence, RI by train.
  • Travel with psa airlines, American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Providence, RI by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Providence, RI with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 13 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
  • 5 direct flights per day with psa airlines, American Airlines, Republic Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Providence, RI often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Boston, MA, 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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