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Providence - Boston Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 25 intercity coaches per day from Providence to Boston. Traveling by coach from Providence to Boston usually takes around one hour and 29 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 55 minutes.

Distance41 mi (66 km)
Shortest duration0h 55m
Cheapest priceCA$15.17
Trips per day19
Most frequent servicePeter Pan Lines
Coach lines3

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for coaches from Providence to Boston

(Based on 13 ratings and reviews)

4.9

5.0

grace

3 July 2023- Vacation

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: fast and easy! good bang for my buck. Cons: could be a tad cleaner.

4.0

Rebecca

11 June 2023- Solo travel

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Not driving in heavy traffic. Cons: Buses late two times on this trip due to traffic. Maybe adjust the schedule if this is the new normal. Tbd wait time for connections at a south Station is pretty bad. Nothing to do. No seats at gate 20. Tips: Patience.

5.0

Rebecca

23 December 2022- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Goes quickly. Cons: M ok re sear room. Tips: Turn off phone.

5.0

Rebecca

23 November 2022- Solo travel

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Hassle free. Cons: Foot room. Tips: People are friendly and helpful.

5.0

Rebecca

10 October 2021- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Fairly comfortable. Charging ports available as well as cup holder. Riders were quiet. (Only 6). No paper tickets required. Cons: It’s all good. Tips: Sit back and sleep or read. Or enjoy the Boston scenery.

How much is a coach ticket from Providence to Boston?

CA$25.45 is the average price of a bus ticket from Providence to Boston. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. 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.

Average prices by travel date

CA$41CA$28CA$14AprMay

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Providence to Boston is expected to range from CA$26 to CA$30. If you are looking to travel to Boston within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from CA$28. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are CA$26 and can be found on 14 May 2024.

Monthly average prices

CA$35CA$28CA$21CA$14CA$7MJJASONDJFMA

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in October. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just CA$21 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Providence to Boston in March, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to CA$29 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Prices as travel date approaches

CA$35CA$28CA$21CA$14CA$73020100

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 16 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save CA$6.02 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Providence to Boston?

There are 3 bus lines from Providence to Boston available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 21 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:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US31h 2mCA$21.06
Greyhound11h 0mCA$20.28
Peter Pan Lines211h 38mCA$32.89
  • 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 3 trips per day from Providence to Boston, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 1 bus trips from Providence to Boston every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 0 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Boston usually start from CA$15.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Boston from CA$23. There are 21 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Providence to Boston and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Boston. In Providence, Peter Pan Lines departs to Boston from Peter Pan Term and 1 other station. In Boston, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Logan Airport Visitor Center and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Boston takes 1 hours and 38 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Boston in 0 hours and 55 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 21 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Boston.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest bus from Providence to Boston is Greyhound, with tickets costing about $13.50 on average.
Greyhound has the fastest average travel time at 1 hour 5 minutes. However, Peter Pan Lines is close behind at just 1 hour 14 minutes.
The best way to travel from Providence to Boston is by bus. Traveling by bus, tickets average less than $14. Traveling by train tends to be faster, with all Amtrak trips averaging less than an hour in duration, but tickets cost around $28 on average — more than twice as much as bus tickets.

The coach takes an average of one hour and 29 minutes to cover the 41 miles from Providence to Boston. However, the fastest coach only takes 55 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Boston. 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Providence to Boston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 25 scheduled coaches that travel from Providence to Boston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 19 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Providence to Boston; ticket prices start at CA$6.90.

City Information

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.

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Providence?

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Main departure 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.

All coach stations in Providence:

  • RICC Parking Garage

  • Peter Pan Term

  • Regency Plaza Apartments

Where does the coach arrive in Boston?

Main arrival station: Logan Airport Visitor Center

Coaches arrive in Boston at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Boston:

  • Logan Airport Visitor Center

  • South Station

  • 748 Atlantic Avenue - Alongside South Station Bus Terminal

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