How far is downtown Providence from airport?

Green International Airport (PVD) is only 10 minutes from downtown Providence and is conveniently located right off of Interstate 95. A favorite of business and leisure travelers, this award-winning airport was named “4th Best Airport in the United States” in Condé Nast Traveler's 2022 Readers' Choice Awards.



Downtown Providence is approximately 10 to 12 miles (16 to 19 km) from Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD). The airport is actually located in the neighboring city of Warwick. Under normal traffic conditions, the drive from the airport to the city center via I-95 North takes about 15 to 20 minutes. For travelers not renting a car, there are several convenient options: ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are readily available and typically cost around $20–$30. There is also a commuter rail connection; the MBTA Providence/Stoughton Line stops at the InterLink station connected to the airport via a skywalk, providing a quick train ride into the Providence Amtrak station for a few dollars. Additionally, RIPTA (Rhode Island Public Transit Authority) buses offer a budget-friendly route for $2.00. The close proximity of PVD to downtown Providence makes it one of the most accessible and "stress-free" regional airports on the U.S. East Coast compared to larger hubs like Boston Logan.

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Green International Airport. For those flying into the state, Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) is only 10 minutes from downtown Providence, and is conveniently located in nearby Warwick right off of Interstate 95.

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Providence has some neighborhoods that should be avoided, especially at night. It is a city, so it's probably wise to lock your doors, be alert if you are walking alone, etc. However, overall, the violent crime is pretty low. According to wikipedia, violent crime here is average, but neighborhood specific.

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Getting around Providence without a car is entirely possible thanks to the small geographical size of the city, the public transportation available, and ride-sharing services. As with any city, the further out of the city center you are, the less convenient the public transportation becomes (with some exceptions).

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Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in Providence. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to T. F. Green Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you're going somewhere else.

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  1. Reserve. Tap the Reserve icon in your updated Uber app. Reserve at least 30 minutes in advance.
  2. Receive confirmation. Reference your reservation details in the app and review your assigned driver as your trip nears. ...
  3. Ride. Meet your driver outside within the wait time included in your reservation.


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Pro Tips: Getting an Uber at the Airport!
  1. Wait until you've snagged your luggage from the baggage claim to fire up the app and request your ride. ...
  2. Don't hesitate to call or text your driver to coordinate your exact pickup location.


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A $22.80 cab from Boston's Logan Airport is less expensive than an UberX, surging by 1.5x ($26.3). Taxis at New York's LaGuardia airport cost an estimated $42 and are still cheaper than an in-demand Uber: $51.4 when surging by 1.5x.

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Inflated fare prices in times of high passenger demand, called SURGE pricing, often cause people to declare that rideshare prices are more expensive than cab fares. However, this isn't necessarily true. Business Insider published a report that found Uber, on average, to be cheaper than taxi cabs across the country.

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Massport provides free shuttle bus service between airline terminals, the Rental Car Center, the Water Transportation dock, and Airport Station on the MBTA Blue Line.

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