Transportation in & Around Providence

Rhode Island is easy to reach by air, rail or highway. Nearby Warwick's Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is just 10 minutes from Providence, while Amtrak and MBTA rail service are located in the heart of downtown. Once here, Providence and Warwick offer ample car rental, limousine and charter bus options. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (known as RIPTA) provides convenient public bus transportation throughout the state.

For information on the Washington Bridge (I-195 Westbound) closure, including free ferry service between Bristol and Providence, visit the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) website.

RI T.F. Green International Airport

The award-winning Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) is just 10 minutes away from downtown Providence. The airport's InterLink offers multiple transportation functions, including scheduled rail service from the airport to Providence and Boston.

Bus Lines & Charters

An ideal hub-and-spoke destination, many bus and charter services offer transportation from Providence to points throughout the Northeast.

Car Rentals & Limousines

Whether you're looking to rent a car and explore the city on your own, or would like to travel in something a bit more luxurious, Providence has limousine and car rental services to suit your needs.

Public Transportation

With numerous low-cost routes running all over town, the Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority's buses make navigating Providence easy.

Rail Service

Convenient Amtrak and MBTA rail service is a great way to move around Providence and the rest of the northeast. Find info on train services here.