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New Haven - Providence Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 10 intercity buses per day from New Haven to Providence. Traveling by bus from New Haven to Providence usually takes around 2 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.

Distance86 mi (138 km)
Shortest duration1h 40m
Cheapest price$26.90
Trips per day9
Most frequent servicePeter Pan Lines
Bus lines3

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Overall score for buses from New Haven to Providence

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4.8

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Route knowledge

How much is a bus ticket from New Haven to Providence?

$35.65 is the average price of a bus ticket from New Haven to Providence. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from New Haven to Providence by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $46 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to $11.11.

What bus companies travel from New Haven to Providence?

There are 3 bus lines from New Haven to Providence available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 8 daily trips, Peter Pan Lines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US12h 59m$37.42
Greyhound27h 4m$71.39
Peter Pan Lines81h 46m$40.11
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from New Haven to Providence, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from New Haven to Providence every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Providence usually start from $63.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from New Haven to Providence from $40. There are 8 Peter Pan Lines schedules from New Haven to Providence and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Providence. In New Haven, Peter Pan Lines departs to Providence from New Hvn Bus Station and no other station. In Providence, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Peter Pan Term and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New Haven to Providence takes 1 hours and 46 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Providence in 1 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 8 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Providence.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 138 kilometers from New Haven to Providence. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New Haven to Providence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from New Haven to Providence every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 9 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New Haven to Providence; ticket prices start at $13.80.

City Information

New Haven

Sitting on the mouth of the Quinnipiac River of Connecticut, New Haven has been the home of the esteemed Yale University for more than 300 years. The quaint college town, with its cultural significance, has long been a highly-rated destination for culturally-inclined travelers. The first thing to do in New Haven is to visit the Yale campus, which was designed by famous architects such as Eero Saarinen and Frank O. Gehry. Don’t forget to check out the university’s visitor center as well, which houses impressive historical displays. Other interesting destinations on the premises are the Yale University Art Gallery and the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History. If you wish to take a break from the urban environment and go hunting for some amazing nature shots, East Rock Park will be a premier choice. Inside the park is the Pardee Rose Garden, which features more than 50 varieties of roses blooming in June and July.

New Haven is a popular destination for foodies, and its greatest offering is pizza. New Haven’s special pizza, also known as “apizza,” is a must-try when you are in town, and the best place to try this delicacy is at Pepe’s, its birthplace. Another establishment to check out is Louis’ Lunch, which has been serving delightful fast food since 1895.

The central hub of transportation in the city is Union Station, where travelers can catch Amtrak trains or buses by Greyhound and Flixbus for intercity transits. Air services are handled by the Tweed New Haven Regional Airport, located 3 miles east of the business district.

Providence

Though some might say that it is overshadowed by nearby Boston, Providence is an interesting destination on its own. A quaint college town with a deep historical value, Providence allows fans of U.S. history to marvel at historic buildings such as the ones on Benefit Street, which boasts the highest concentration of Colonial houses. As you stroll around the streets of Providence at night, don’t forget to take a detour to WaterFire, a sculpture project that features bonfires along the rivers of Providence. Accompanying the bonfires are the sounds of ceremonial gongs and various music programs, which brighten up the night. For those seeking a unique cultural experience, the Federal Hill quarter sits among the most famous Little Italian neighborhoods, and it features some of the best Italian restaurants in town.

The staple dish of Providence is oysters, which are not difficult to find in the city. However, if you can endure a short drive, Matunuck Oyster Bar, an oyster restaurant located 40 miles south of South Kingstown, provides some of the freshest and most delicious oysters around. Some other notable establishments include Birch, Oberlin, and Tallulah’s Taqueria.

The Providence airport is located in nearby Warwick which is only a 6 miles’ drive from the city. The main bus hub for Providence is found at the Rhode Island Convention Center Parking Garage, where travelers could catch a bus from Greyhound or Peter Pan Bus Lines. The main Amtrak train station is located just a 10-minute walk across the Woonasquatucket River.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in New Haven?

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Main departure station: New Hvn Bus Station

New Haven has two bus stations with service to Providence.

All bus stations in New Haven:

  • New Hvn Bus Station

  • Union Station Parking Garage

Where does the bus arrive in Providence?

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Main arrival station: RICC Parking Garage

The Rhode Island Conference Centre, sometimes shortened to the RICC, includes parking in the heart of Providence courtesy of its two adjacent garages. Both Peter Pan and Greyhound operate bus service from the RICC Parking Garage. Situated in Downtown Providence, the Parking Garage offers immediate access to the city. It forms part of the RICC, an extensive and multi-purpose events space, and is within range of the city’s central commercial hub and several tourist attractions such as the Rhode Island State House and RISD Museum.

Bus stations in Providence:

  • RICC Parking Garage

  • Peter Pan Term

  • Regency Plaza Apartments

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