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New York-Providence Bus Schedule

Bus
$54.75
7:00 AM
Port Authority Bus Station
10:35 AM
99 W Exchange St
PPL
4.2stars
0 transfers
Bus
$54.75
7:00 AM
Port Authority Bus Station
10:45 AM
Peter Pan Term
PPL
4.2stars
0 transfers
Bus
$54.75
11:30 AM
Port Authority Bus Station
3:05 PM
99 W Exchange St
PPL
4.2stars
0 transfers
Bus
$54.75
11:30 AM
Port Authority Bus Station
3:15 PM
Peter Pan Term
PPL
4.2stars
0 transfers
Bus
$54.75
1:00 PM
Port Authority Bus Station
4:35 PM
99 W Exchange St
PPL
4.2stars
0 transfers

Journey Information

New York to Providence, RI bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price$10.67
Fastest time3h 30m
Trips per day8
Bus lines2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bus from NYC to Providence?

Determining the best bus from New York City to Providence depends on your priorities. OurBus offers the cheapest ticket, averaging just $17, but with only 1 daily trip. Go Buses have the shortest average travel time at 3 hours 38 minutes. Meanwhile, Peter Pan Lines offers the most daily trips with 12 per day, giving you more options.

How far is it from Providence to New York City?

The distance between Providence and New York City is about 183 miles (295 kilometers). It takes a bus as little as 3 hours 30 minutes to travel from New York to Providence, depending on factors like traffic, weather, and whether the bus is direct or making additional stops in New York, Connecticut or elsewhere in Rhode Island.

Is there a train from Providence to New York?

Yes, there are Amtrak trains that run between Providence and New York. However, it may be worth taking the bus instead. Both forms of transportation take about the same travel time — around 3 hours 30 minutes — but train tickets from Providence to New York typically cost around $96, whereas bus tickets average just $26.

Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Providence right now?

We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most bus companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. Visit our COVID-19 travel guide for resources and daily updates on the coronavirus and COVID travel restrictions.

In order to keep vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, bus companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

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

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $17.43 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 $17.43 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 29 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $36.36 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 3 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 155 miles (249 kilometers) from New York, NY to Providence, RI. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 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?

Because many passengers travel from New York to Providence at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

The first bus leaves at 7:00am 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 8 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Providence every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 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 York to Providence, RI; ticket prices start at $38.73.

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 9 bus trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound24h 1m$45.85
Peter Pan Lines93h 40m$41.91

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

New York, New York has two bus stations with service to Providence, Rhode Island:

  • Port Authority Bus Station
  • GW Bridge Bus Station - 4211 Broadway

Where does the bus arrive in Providence?

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Providence, Rhode Island:

  • 99 W Exchange St
  • Peter Pan Term

Price trends for buses from New York to Providence

Average prices by travel date

$60$40$20SepOct

Monthly average prices

$67$53$40$27$13ONDJFMAMJJAS

Prices as travel date approaches

$67$53$40$27$133020100

bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI
4.4
Based on 56 ratings and reviews

Based on 9 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 78 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
3.6
Value
3.6
Condition
4.7
Katherine
5.0
February 14, 2020Visiting family
Pros
The bus driver was great!!
Ana María
5.0
January 1, 2020Visiting friends
Pros
New year in New York
Grayson
4.0
October 2, 2019Solo travel
Pros
great and friendly driver
Cons
the lights on the bus weren't working
Tips
Put your bags on seats or in the overhead storage area because if some goofus a few seats ahead of you spills their Gatorade on the floor (and doesn't alert anyone), the liquid mess *will* make its way down to where you're sitting and soak your bag.
Auditi
5.0
September 1, 2019Couples trip
Pros
Made good time
Cons
Cheaper tickets please
Sarah
5.0
July 28, 2019Visiting friends
Pros
Bus was newer and seats are comfortable. Bathroom was clean.

Based on 15 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled with Go Buses report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 50 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
4.2
Value
3.6
Condition
4.5
Simkho
5.0
February 15, 2020Visiting friends
Pros
The convenience of ur app it’s so easy to use
Daiana
5.0
December 30, 2019Visiting family
Pros
It was confy
Nicholas
4.0
November 29, 2019Vacation
Pros
Bus was timely and clean as well as a good value for money.
Cons
When I arrived at the bus, the bus driver would not allow people to enter the bus until twenty minutes before it left. I had to use the rest room. The bus behind mine, heading to Boston, was kind enough to allow me to use that bathroom. The Boston bus driver was very...More
Tips
no
Nicole B
5.0
October 28, 2019Visiting friends
Pros
The driver was nice and had water for us
Cons
I know its hard to clean everything on the bus but like there was gum all inside the plastic piece on my seat. It was easy to not notice right away and like screw whatever rude passenger did that but yeah
Tips
I love the less crowded trips where you can get a row to yourself.
Jephthah
5.0
October 4, 2019Couples trip
Pros
Good deal
Cons
Timing
Tips
Cool and cost effective way to travel

Based on 31 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled with Peter Pan Lines report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 68 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
4.0
Staff
4.6
Value
3.6
Condition
4.3
Junathaen
5.0
March 4, 2020Visiting family
Pros
Fast and convenient
Cons
Everything was perfect
Tips
None
Cathy
5.0
December 2, 2019Visiting family
Pros
Trip from NY to Providence was flawless.
Nora
5.0
November 27, 2019Visiting family
Pros
I like how smoothly everything ran.
Cons
The AC was on even though this was a cold, late-November day.
Jose
5.0
November 30, 2019
Pros
The driver was really amazing, very good sense of humor, good driving, very helpful. The trip was on time, evething was just excellent.
Cons
Charity event attendance
Tips
No
Paul
5.0
November 28, 2019Visiting family
Pros
It couldn’t have gone smoother. I fell asleep and was there before I knew it.
Cons
The bus needs a deep clean. The seats were fine but the crevices between the easily-reachable surfaces were filthy. I had to hold my coat tight, so it wouldn’t slip and touch the space between my seat and the window.

Based on 1 reviews
Overview
Users that traveled with OurBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort
5.0
Staff
5.0
Value
5.0
Condition
5.0
Gerd
5.0
July 3, 2019Visiting friends
Pros
I felt in good hands, the driver seemed to drive safely.
Cons
You should really clearly mark the places where you pick up people. Half the crowd catching the bus in NYC were milling about wondering if they had found the right spot. Nobody knew but there's safety in numbers, so we reassured each other.

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