How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Providence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Providence start from MX$662. The average price for this route is around MX$823. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Newark to Providence?

The average bus trip duration from Newark to Providence is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 162 miles (261 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Providence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Providence?

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Providence at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Providence?

A bus trip from Newark to Providence generates an estimated 6.508799999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Newark to Providence?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12448 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Providence?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Providence?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Providence?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Providence from MX$579 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Providence on April 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	8h 15m	8:20am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	6:35pm	Newark Penn Station	5h 30m	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
	Bus	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	6h	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	12:10pm	Newark Penn Station	7h 50m	8:00pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Newark Penn Station	9h 50m	8:20am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:30 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Providence

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 4 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$557, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

4h 7mAverage Duration

162 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMX$662 - MX$1,544	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMX$557 - MX$11,361	Average Duration4h 7m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Providence?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Stops in Providence

A
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
B
Kennedy Plaza
1 Kennedy Plz (Buses stop on the Washington Street side of Kennedy Plaza - towards Dorrance Street end near the monument)., Providence, RI 02903
C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,528 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,544 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Newark Providence recent customer reviews

Bus was 1hr late from Newark. Other than that the other transfers and journey was fantastic. I enjoyed riding with greyhound for the first time

Idowu T.

April 23, 2025

I was connecting a bus from Newark to Providence in New York. Because the bus was so late from Newark to New York, I missed the bus to Providence and my trip scheduled to the next day. This sucked!

Jonathan K.

December 23, 2019

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Providence by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Providence start from MX$662. The average price for this route is around MX$823. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Providence?
The average bus trip duration from Newark to Providence is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 162 miles (261 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Providence at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Providence?
A bus trip from Newark to Providence generates an estimated 6.508799999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Providence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12448 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Providence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Providence?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Providence?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/23

MX$784

04/24

MX$998

Today

MX$980

04/26

MX$1,211

04/27

MX$731

04/28

MX$704

04/29

MX$686

04/30

MX$677

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Providence was searched and found on Apr 30, 2026 with a price of MX$677

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Providence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MX$677 to MX$1,826 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$677 which is on 2026-04-30.