How to get from Providence to New Bedford by bus?

By bus

To get from Providence to New Bedford in Boston, take the 24L bus from Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X) station to Pettine Transit Center (Fall River) station. Next, take the 9 bus from SRTA Fall River Terminal station to SRTA New Bedford Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $3.50.

131min$3.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 24L24L
Bus - 99
Walk to New Bedford
Leaves from Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X)
    ID 016720
    440 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 24L24L
    Wait for bus
    24L
    Newport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pettine Transit Center (Fall River)
    ID 060002
    28 min
  • 4
    Bus - 99
    Wait for bus
    9
    Fall River To New Bedford Via Umass Dartmouth
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    SRTA New Bedford Terminal
    ID 5496
    59 min
  • 6
    Walk to New Bedford
    Walk to
    New Bedford
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Providence to New Bedford

The distance between Providence, Boston and New Bedford, Boston is approximately 35.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Providence to New Bedford by bus, 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
  • Gaspee at Providence Station
  • Providence Station (Park Row W Before Exchange)

Public transit stations close to New Bedford, Boston

New Bedford is located at New Bedford, Boston and the nearest public transit station is Mill St And County St.

Bus stations close to New Bedford:

  • Mill St And County St
  • Union St And County St
  • Mill St And Hill St

Ferry stations close to New Bedford:

  • New Bedford, MA
  • Cuttyhunk Ferry Pier, New Bedford, MA

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Providence to New Bedford?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Bus line 24L, Bus line 9.

  • Is there a direct bus between Providence and New Bedford in Boston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Providence to New Bedford in Boston?

    The 24L bus line goes from Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X) station near Providence to Newport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Newport station near New Bedford in Boston

  • How long does it take to travel from Providence to New Bedford in Boston by bus?

    The total travel time between Providence and New Bedford in Boston by bus is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Providence to get to New Bedford in Boston?

    Get on the 24L bus from the Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X) stop near Providence in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Providence and New Bedford in Boston?

    Get off the bus at the Newport stop, which is closest to New Bedford in Boston.

  • How much is the bus fare from Providence to New Bedford?

    The ride from Providence to New Bedford costs $3.50.

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