How to get from Providence to Boston by bus and train?

From Providence to Boston by bus and train

To get from Providence to Boston in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 47 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

83min$13.95
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 4747
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    64 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Broadway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Providence to Boston by bus and train via PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON and 45

To get from Providence to Boston in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 45 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

87min$13.95
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 4545
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    64 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Franklin Park
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Boston.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Providence to Boston

The distance between Providence, Boston and Boston, Boston is approximately 42.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Providence to Boston by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Providence

Providence is located at Providence, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Gaspee Opposite Providence Station.

Bus stations close to Providence:

  • Gaspee Opposite Providence Station
  • Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange)
  • Park Row West (Drop-Off Only)

Ferry stations close to Providence:

  • Providence, Ri

Public transit stations close to Boston, Boston

Boston is located at Boston, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Washington St Opp Ruggles St.

Subway stations close to Boston:

  • Northeastern University
  • Massachusetts Ave.
  • Roxbury Crossing

Train stations close to Boston:

  • Ruggles

Bus stations close to Boston:

  • Washington St Opp Ruggles St
  • Nubian
  • Washington St @ Melnea Cass Blvd

Related Routes

Alternative route from Providence to Boston by bus and train via PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON and 45

To get from Providence to Boston in Boston, take the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from Providence station to Ruggles station. Next, take the 45 bus from Ruggles station to Nubian station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $13.95.

87min$13.95
Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
Bus - 4545
Walk to Boston
Leaves from Providence

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Providence
  • 2
    Train - PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTONPROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    Wait for train
    PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON
    #824 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ruggles
    64 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ruggles
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Franklin Park
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nubian
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Boston
    Walk to
    Boston
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Providence to Boston?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 47.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Providence to Boston?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Train line PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON, Bus line 45.

  • Is there a direct train between Providence and Boston in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Providence to Boston in Boston?

    The PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train line goes from #824 | South Station station near Providence to Ruggles station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ruggles station near Boston in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Providence to Boston in Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Providence and Boston in Boston by train and bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Providence to get to Boston in Boston?

    Get on the PROVIDENCE/STOUGHTON train from the #824 | South Station station near Providence in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Providence and Boston in Boston?

    Get off the train at the Ruggles stop, which is closest to Boston in Boston.

  • When is the first train from Providence to Boston in Boston?

    The first train from Providence to Boston in Boston is Providence/Stoughton. It leaves the Providence station at 11:12 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Providence to Boston?

    The ride from Providence to Boston costs $13.95.

Popular Routes