5.0
Pros: It was on time and very quiet. Cons: More trips to Worcester are needed.I shouldn't have to wait until 7 pm to return to Providence.
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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Providence to Worcester. Traveling by bus from Providence to Worcester usually takes around 4 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
Distance | 36 mi (58 km) |
Shortest duration | 0h 55m |
Cheapest price | €18.46 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Providence to Worcester
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: It was on time and very quiet. Cons: More trips to Worcester are needed.I shouldn't have to wait until 7 pm to return to Providence.
Bus tickets for a trip from Providence to Worcester cost €22.16 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.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Providence to Worcester. Peter Pan Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Peter Pan Lines | 2 | 4h 41m | €55.80 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Worcester from €18. There are 2 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Worcester and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Worcester. In Providence, Peter Pan Lines departs to Worcester from Peter Pan Term and one other station. In Worcester, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station .
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Providence to Worcester takes 4 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Worcester in 0 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Worcester.
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 36 miles from Providence to Worcester. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Worcester. 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 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Providence to Worcester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Providence to Worcester. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Providence to Worcester; ticket prices start at €38.77.
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 attributionWe dare you to pronounce it right on the first try. Named after Worcester in England, Worcester is the second-most populous city in Massachusetts. The city boasts an extensive history, particularly because of its industrial and weaponry prowess during World War II; take your dad (or your dad friend) to the Worcester Historical Museum to learn more.
For those more interested in science and nature, visit the popular EcoTarium, which includes hands-on exhibits and an outdoor campus featuring forest and meadow trails. Then, to apply your newfound natural knowledge, take a relaxing stroll through Green Hill Park to try to identify the lake's wildlife. In the evening, visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts to catch anything from a burlesque show, Broadway performance, or even a silent film.
Worcester's location at the heart of the state makes it easy to travel to this bustling city. Worcester has its own regional airport, or head to Boston's Logan Airport for a wider variety of flights. Amtrak trains provide daily services from Boston, and bus service is available on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Peter Pan.
Providence has two bus stations with service to Worcester.
Peter Pan Term
RICC Parking Garage
All buses from Providence arrive at one main station in Worcester.
Union Station
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