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Pros: The driver tony was the nicest guy you can imagine. Cons: Nothing. Tips: It is comfy.
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There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Providence to Springfield.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceDKK 342.97 | Avg. PriceDKK 330.56 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration6h 30m | Duration4h 53m |
There is one daily bus from Providence to Springfield. Traveling by bus from Providence to Springfield usually takes around 3 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 63 mi (102 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 55m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 140.07 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Providence to Springfield
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Pros: The driver tony was the nicest guy you can imagine. Cons: Nothing. Tips: It is comfy.
Bus tickets for a trip from Providence to Springfield cost DKK 140.07 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 13 days in advance. This way, you can save up to DKK 101.10 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Providence to Springfield. Peter Pan Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 1 | 3h 32m | DKK 226.15 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Springfield from DKK 140. Typically there is one Peter Pan Lines schedule per day from Providence to Springfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Springfield. In Providence, Peter Pan Lines departs to Springfield from Peter Pan Term and one other station. In Springfield, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Springfield .
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Springfield takes 3 hours and 32 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Springfield in 1 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Springfield.
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 63 miles from Providence to Springfield. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 55 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Springfield, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Providence to Springfield. It leaves the station in Providence at 2:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Providence to Springfield. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Providence, RI to Springfield, MA; ticket prices start at DKK 165.53.



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.

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Link to image attributionFounded in 1636 as the first Springfield in North America, this city sits on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Perhaps best known as the birthplace of basketball, Springfield is a mecca for b-ball fans. Visitors can enjoy three levels of exhibits and interactive contests at the famous Basketball Hall of Fame.
Along with basketball, Springfield was also the birthplace of the immensely popular children's author, Theodore Geisel—more commonly known as Dr. Seuss. Enjoy a walk through the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden to see many of his most famous characters immortalized in bronze. History buffs should head to the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, highlighting the town's important role as an arsenal during the Revolutionary War.
Springfield's central location between major tourist destinations like NYC, Boston, and the Berkshires means that it can be reached easily by most modes of transport. The city is served by several Amtrak lines and Peter Pan and Greyhound buses. Bradley International Airport and Westover Metropolitan Airport are also closeby, with frequent flights from destinations around the country.
Providence has two bus stations with service to Springfield.
Peter Pan Term
Rhode Island Convention Center
All buses from Providence arrive at one main station in Springfield.
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