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| Cheapest price | $25.14 |
| Shortest duration | 3h 35m |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What is the best bus from NYC to Providence?
How far is it from Providence to New York City?
Is there a train from Providence to New York?
Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Providence during the COVID-19 pandemic?
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How much is a bus ticket from New York to Providence?
Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $32.65 was the low point for bus fares from New York to Providence. Buses from Providence to New York are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $32.65 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 17 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $10.27 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
How long is the bus ride?
The bus usually takes around 3 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 155 miles (249 kilometers) from New York, NY to Providence, RI. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 35 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.
What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Providence. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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.
When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Providence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
How many buses are there each day?
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Providence every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from New York to Rhode Island without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Providence, RI; ticket prices start at $36.45.
What bus companies travel from New York to Providence?
There are a couple of bus lines that have daily service from New York, New York to Providence, Rhode Island. Of these two services, Peter Pan Lines usually offers more choice, with 5 bus trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 3h 45m | $35.23 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 5 | 3h 39m | $39.55 |
Book Greyhound from New York to Providence from $25. There are 1 Greyhound schedules from New York to Providence and you can expect on average to pay $35 for a Greyhound ticket to Providence. In New York, Greyhound departs to Providence from Port Authority Bus Station and no other station. In Providence, Greyhound arrives at Ricc Parking Garage and no other station. An average trip on Greyhound from New York to Providence takes 3 hours and 45 minutes, while the fastest available Greyhound trip will get you to Providence in 3 hours and 35 minutes, On weekends, Greyhound offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay $39 for a weekend getaway trip to Providence.
Book Peter Pan Lines from New York to Providence from $39. There are 5 Peter Pan Lines schedules from New York to Providence and you can expect on average to pay $40 for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Providence. In New York, Peter Pan Lines departs to Providence from Port Authority Bus Station and no other station. In Providence, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Ricc Parking Garage and 1 other station. An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New York to Providence takes 3 hours and 39 minutes, while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Providence in 3 hours and 35 minutes, On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay $39 for a weekend getaway trip to Providence.
Where does the bus leave from in New York?
Most buses depart from the main station in New York, New York:
Where does the bus arrive in Providence?
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Providence, Rhode Island:
Overall score for buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI
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