The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 4 buses that leave New York, NY for Providence, RI on Sat, Nov 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 6 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.

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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 €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 €31, and a flight costs an average of €444.
Distance: 249 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €488 Average price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m 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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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, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 6h50 | 1:20 PM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h55 | 4:55 PM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h30 | 1:00 AM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 22 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h35 | 5:05 AM Providence, Canal FS Smith | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Providence, RI
Buses from New York, NY to Providence, RI run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 249 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 249 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 €31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Providence, RI
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 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
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