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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Providence, RI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Providence, RI will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 14 buses that leave New York, NY for Providence, RI on Thu, Apr 02, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672554:00 PM3h30New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street7:30 PMProvidence, Broadway / Greene Street$591One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 PM3h35New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.12:05 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith$601One-way0 transfers
BZ 02181:00 PM4h05New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY5:05 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$641One-way0 transfers- BZ 02108:30 AM3h40New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY12:10 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$641One-way0 transfers
- BZ 02108:30 AM3h50New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY12:20 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI$641One-way0 transfers
- GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 7672554:00 PM3h30New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street7:30 PMProvidence, Broadway / Greene Street$591One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:30 PM3h35New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.12:05 AMProvidence, Canal FS Smith$601One-way0 transfers
- BZ 02108:30 AM3h40New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY12:10 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$641One-way0 transfers
- BZ 021610:30 AM3h45New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY2:15 PMProvidence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center)$641One-way0 transfers
- BZ 02108:30 AM3h50New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY12:20 PMPeter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI$641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Providence, RI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Providence, RI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $61.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$50 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price | $237 Average price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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New York, NY to Providence, RI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Providence, RI bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Providence, RI buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| BZ 0210 | 12:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h40 | 4:10 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 0 | 12:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h50 | 4:20 PM Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0210 | 12:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h50 | 4:20 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0218 | 5:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h05 | 9:05 PM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0218 | 5:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h15 | 9:15 PM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 5:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h15 | 9:15 PM Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 7:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h30 | 12:00 AM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0232 | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h50 | 2:20 AM Providence, W Exchange St (Rhode Island Convention Center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BZ 0232 | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Peter Pan Bus Terminal, Providence, RI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 6h50 | 12:20 PM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Providence, RI
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Buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus from New York, NY to Providence, RIYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Providence, RI with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from New York to Providence
Providence is the capital and the most populous city in the Rhode Island state in the United States. It is one of the oldest cities in the US in Providence county. Travelers can access Providence from New York by various transit systems, including train, flight, and bus. Taking the bus from New York to Providence provides travelers with a great way to travel the few kilometers connecting these two cities. Go Buses and OurBus provide transportation to downtown Providence from New York. The average distance between these two destinations is 180 miles (290 kilometers). The journey from New York to Providence with either bus service takes an average of three hours and 30 minutes. The fastest nonstop drive from New York through the shortest route takes an average of three hours and 13 minutes.
Which bus companies travel from New York to Providence?
There are several bus companies that serve the New York to Providence route. Two of the most popular bus services on this route are Go Buses and OurBus. Both Go Buses and OurBus offer direct services from New York to Providence. Go Buses is the more prominent of the two and has been operating on the East Coast in the United States for many decades. Go Buses, on the other hand, operates both commuter buses as well as charter buses on this route. The buses depart from New York to Providence every three hours. OurBus similarly provides charter and commuter services to travelers from New York to Providence, and other destinations across United States.
How long is the bus ride from New York to Providence?
The average driving distance from New York to Providence, Rhode Island, is about 181 miles (291 kilometers) through the I-95 N route and 155 miles through the northern direction. An average trip with Go Buses from New York to Providence takes approximately three hours and 38 minutes. The fastest available Go Buses trip takes about three hours and 30 minutes. An average trip via OurBus from New York to Providence takes three hours and 40 minutes while the fastest available OurBus trip takes three hours and 30 minutes. The geographic midpoint between New York and Providence is Connecticut, New Haven County, located 78 miles between both points.
How many buses are there from New York to Providence?
On average, there are about 22 scheduled trips by bus from New York to Providence every day. Go Buses operates two bus services from New York to Providence daily. On weekends, Go Buses provides three trips from New York to Providence every day. Go Buses heading to Providence depart from W 30th St, between 9th and 10th Ave station and arrives at Canal St and Smith station. OurBus company also schedules one bus from New York to Providence daily. The earliest bus from New York to providence departs at 5:00 a.m., and the last bus departs at 7:00 a.m. Travelers are encouraged to book their tickets from New York to Providence early to avoid the last-minute rush and to get favorable booking costs.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from New York to Providence?
Departure bus station: Go Buses departing from New York to Providence leave from W 30th St, between 9th and 10th Ave station. On the other hand, OurBus company from New York to Providence depart from E 127th St & 2nd Ave station. These stations are both located within walking distance from the center of New York. Travelers will be able to enjoy the free WiFi and plug-in sockets available on both Go Buses and OurBus. Furthermore, both bus stations offer several services and amenities for travelers, including taxi dispatch services, car rentals to various locations in the city, shops and restaurants, bars, and free WiFi connection. Travelers with large luggage can opt for car rentals or taxis as they are often more convenient and faster.
Arrival Station: Canal St and Smith is the arrival station for Go Buses traveling from New York to Providence. Canal St and Smith Station is a few kilometers from Providence city center - an approximate 10-minute walking distance. The station has various facilities and services for travelers, including shops and restaurants, payphones, free WiFi connection, and ATMs. The arrival bus station for OurBus services departing from New York to Providence is the Rhode Island Convention Center Station. The station is a few minutes away from Canal St and Smith station. Similarly, the bus station offers various facilities for its travelers, including free WiFi connection for the first 30 minutes, ATMs, payphones, bars, and shops.
FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Providence, RI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Providence, RI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Providence, RI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- WaterFire Providence, an award-winning fire sculpture installation on the rivers of downtown Providence
- Roger Williams Park Zoo, a historic zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs
- RISD Museum, an art museum with a vast collection of fine and decorative arts from around the world
- Providence Performing Arts Center, a grand theater hosting Broadway shows, concerts, and performances
- Benefit Street Mile of History, a historic street lined with preserved colonial homes and architecture.
- WaterFire Providence, an award-winning fire sculpture installation on the rivers of downtown Providence
- Roger Williams Park Zoo, a historic zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs
- RISD Museum, an art museum with an extensive collection of fine and decorative arts from around the world
- Providence Performing Arts Center, a venue hosting Broadway shows, concerts, and other live performances
- Federal Hill, a vibrant neighborhood known for its Italian heritage, dining, and cultural events.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Providence, RI
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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