How to get from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI by bus and train?

From South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI by bus and train

To get from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI in Boston, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from South Station station to Providence station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 72 bus and finally take the 21 bus from Kennedy Plaza (Stop C) station to Park & Reservoir (At Reservoir After Leyden) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cranston, RI on the Moovit app.

76min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Bus - 7272
Bus - 2121
Walk to Cranston, RI
Leaves from South Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    South Station
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Roanoke
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Providence
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange)
    ID 072015
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Hospital District (Providence)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kennedy Plaza (Stop B)
    ID 016400
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kennedy Plaza (Stop C)
    ID 016435
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Ccri Warwick Via Reservoir Ave
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park & Reservoir (At Reservoir After Leyden)
    ID 010925
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Cranston, RI
    Walk to
    Cranston, RI
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI

The distance between South Station Bus Terminal, Boston and Cranston, RI, Boston is approximately 49.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI

To check the bus and train schedule from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South Station Bus Terminal) and destination (Cranston, RI), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Bus line 72, Bus line 21.

  • Is there a direct train between South Station Bus Terminal and Cranston, RI in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI in Boston?

    The NORTHEAST REGIONAL train line goes from South Station station near South Station Bus Terminal to Providence station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Providence station near Cranston, RI in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Station Bus Terminal to Cranston, RI in Boston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between South Station Bus Terminal and Cranston, RI in Boston by train and bus is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South Station Bus Terminal to get to Cranston, RI in Boston?

    Get on the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from the South Station station near South Station Bus Terminal in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between South Station Bus Terminal and Cranston, RI in Boston?

    Get off the train at the Providence stop, which is closest to Cranston, RI in Boston.

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