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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Amherst to Providence. Traveling by bus from Amherst to Providence usually takes around 5 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 3 hours,
Distance | 68 mi (110 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
Cheapest price | $38.00 |
Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Amherst to Providence?
Bus tickets for a trip from Amherst to Providence cost $49.55 on average. Tickets cheaper than $49.55 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Amherst to Providence?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Amherst to Providence. Peter Pan Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Peter Pan Lines | 8 | 5h 48m | $63.48 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to Providence from $38. There are 8 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to Providence and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Providence. In Amherst, Peter Pan Lines departs to Providence from Amherst UMass and one other station. In Providence, Peter Pan Lines arrives at RICC Parking Garage and one other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to Providence takes 5 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Providence in 3 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Providence.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 68 miles from Amherst to Providence. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday 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, 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.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Amherst to Providence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Amherst
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Link to image attributionAmherst is mainly known as an academic town, but there's also beauty to go with those brains. Amherst's collegiate reputation comes from three prestigious colleges in town: Amherst College, Hampshire College, and UMass Amherst. The grand campuses and bookish feel around the place will leave you feeling inspired; soon, you'll be sitting by Puffers Pond and reciting poetry.
Amherst owes much of its academic vibe to the local heroine, Emily Dickinson, born there in 1830. Visit the Emily Dickinson Museum to learn more about her life and legacy.
Due to its large student population, Amherst boasts a youthful and lively downtown area, filled with quaint coffee shops and bookstores, as well as varied restaurants and even an independent movie theatre. Plus, Amherst hosts one of the longest-running farmer's markets in the area, where every weekend, visitors can buy various handcrafted goods and local foods.
Although yellow school buses don't transport college students into town, there are many travel options for Amherst's students and visitors seeking a Massachusetts hidden gem. Bradley Airport is only one hour away in Connecticut, and the larger Logan Airport is roughly two hours away in Boston. Amtrak trains stop in nearby Northampton and Springfield, and Peter Pan and OurBus provide frequent and budget-friendly access to Amherst by bus.
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 Amherst?
Main departure station: Amherst UMass
Amherst has two bus stations with service to Providence.
All bus stations in Amherst:
Amherst UMass
Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St
Where does the bus arrive in Providence?
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Link to image attributionMain 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.
All bus stations in Providence:
RICC Parking Garage
Peter Pan Term
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