Getting Around Providence

Traveling in and out of Providence is easy and convenient, whether you fly, drive or travel by train. Here are a few options to consider:

Airport
T.F. Green Airport (tel 401/737-4000 or 1-888/268-7222) is in Warwick, nine miles south of Providence. T.F. Green Airport was recently named one of the "Top Five Alternative Airports" in the country by Forbes magazine and received a Reader's Choice recommendation from Condé Nast Traveler. Just off Exit 13 on Interstate Route 95, Green Airport is accessible to Boston, Cape Cod and Southeastern New England It offers more than 160 direct flights via major carriers. The distance from T.F. Green Airport to the downtown area is 9 miles. The airport shuttle is available 7 days a week from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm. The shuttle leaves the airport every hour on the hour. From the hotels they leave every hour on the ½ hour. After 7:00 pm reservations for the shuttle are required from the city only. The cost of the shuttle is $11.00 each way. (401) 737-2868 or toll free 1-888-737-7006. A Taxi's will cost approximately $30.00 each way.

Cars
Located at the intersection of I-95 and I-195, Providence is 40 miles from Boston (about a one hour car ride) and 185 miles from New York City (about three hours by car). Exit 22A.

Rail
Providence is located on Amtrak's Northeast Corridor between Washington DC/New York City and Boston. High speed Acela Express train service transports passengers from New York City to Providence in about two and a half hours. The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) runs low cost commuter trains to Providence from Boston and other points in Massachusetts.

Public Transportation
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) runs buses and trolleys statewide (800-244-0444), 0444, ), with most local and all long-distance buses leaving from Kennedy Plaza, where schedules are av

Car Rentals
Numerous car rental agencies and taxi companies are also available to help with your local transportation requirements.