How far is Providence from New York City?

About 155 miles (250 km) separate Providence and New York City.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Providence to New York City?

Most of the buses traveling from Providence to New York City leave from Downtown and arrive at New York Port Authority. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are 9/11 Tribute Center, World Trade Center and 9/11 Memorial, The High Line, Times Square and Washington Square Park.

Bus Providence to New York City from $25 | Compare & Save up to 58%

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from $46

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from $43

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from $42

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from $37

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from $43

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from $33

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 14 at 6:00am
Departure city: Providence
Departure location: Providence Bus Terminal
Arrival time: July 14 at 2:35pm
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: Port Authority Bus Terminal
Operated by: Peter Pan + Peter Pan
Peter Pan + Peter Pan
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 14 at 8:25am
Departure city: Providence
Departure location: Downtown
Arrival time: July 14 at 12:05pm
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 40m
Departure time: July 14 at 8:25am
Departure city: Providence
Departure location: Downtown
Arrival time: July 14 at 12:05pm
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 40m
Departure time: July 14 at 9:40am
Departure city: Providence
Departure location: Providence Downtown
Arrival time: July 14 at 1:25pm
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: New York Port Authority
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 45m
Departure time: July 14 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Providence
Departure location: Providence Bus Terminal
Arrival time: July 14 at 10:30pm
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: Port Authority Bus Terminal
Operated by: Peter Pan
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Providence to New York City.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $84	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$19 - $357	Average Duration3h 28m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Providence to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Providence to New York City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40

Average bus trip duration3h 50m

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance143 miles (230 km)

Latest bus departure8:10pm

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Peter Pan

4/56,149 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Customers have expressed their satisfaction with the company, praising the professionalism of its employees and the confidence of the drivers in ensuring a safe journey to New York.

Peter Pan Providence New York City recent customer reviews

The driver was amazing! I was happy with his confidence in insuring we got to New York safely

Jeannine D.

February 7, 2022

Overall good experience. Please check the dates of the products for sale at the bus terminal in Providence. My daughter bought an item that was expired.

Basilia P.

November 25, 2021

The trip to New York was. Very comfortable the driver was very professional, he tells u what to expected throughout the journey an what to do when we arrived

Kenisha W.

March 4, 2020

FlixBus

3.5/59,523 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users generally found the ride to be good. However, there were some concerns about amenities on board, such as non-functional wifi and a lack of toilet paper in the bathroom.

FlixBus Providence New York City recent customer reviews

The bus at 1:30 don’t arrive

Sophia B.

April 12, 2025

driver nearly caused multiple accidents

Kosta K.

April 10, 2025

It was good except that the wifi on the bus was not working

Luisa C.

June 1, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,104 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 Providence New York City recent customer reviews

Bus arrived 50 minutes late after another delay in departure of 2 hr and 15 minutes. Completely unreliable

Lana E.

April 27, 2023

The bus was late almost 2hours. The driver didn’t were a mask and he did not tell some passengers to were the masks.

Grzegorz W.

August 26, 2020

Bus driver did not assist with suitcases or bags at all was very rude when asked any questions Was a very bumpy ride

Maritza G.

January 6, 2020

OurBus

4/53,079 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

According to customer reviews, the bus service has received mixed feedback. Some customers express dissatisfaction with late arrivals and cancellations, while others find it adequate for its cheap price. Despite these issues, some customers have had overall good experiences with the service.

OurBus Providence New York City recent customer reviews

The seats were comfy. Our driver wasn't the most courteous though. He didn't check the bathroom before leaving and there was no tissue in there during the ride.

Jamilah F.

March 11, 2024

the bus stop was out of the way and not clearly marked; i had to call to get the precise address. all the lights were off on the bus. the wifi was password locked and we didn't get the password given to us. it reeked.

Jenna B.

November 6, 2023

Bus was cancelled- I had to call to find this out. Still awaiting reimbursement.

Calliope P.

October 9, 2022

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Providence to New York City Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Providence to New York City.

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Providence to New York City, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Providence and New York City?

Stops in Providence

A - Downtown

B - Providence Downtown

C - Peter Pan Terminal

D - Greyhound Station

E - Brown University

F - Canal St & Smith

Stops in New York City

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Providence - New York City

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Providence to New York City?
What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

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

Best price found

07/11

$39

07/12

$39

Today

$39

07/14

$36

07/15

$34

07/16

$29

07/17

$36

07/18

$35

The cheapest trip from Providence to New York City was searched and found on Jul 16, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $60 for a bus ticket from Providence to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-07-16.

Usually Peter Pan (BZ) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Providence to New York City that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Providence to New York City?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 50m	Avg Price$40	Daily Departures18
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 28m	Avg Price$81	Daily Departures17

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Providence - New York City

How far is Providence from New York City?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Providence to New York City?

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

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About Bus Travel

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What's the cheapest way to go from Providence to New York City?

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