Dover, New Hampshire to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.8 miles 159 km · straight line
123.5 miles estimated 198.8 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Dover, New Hampshire from Providence?

The distance from Dover, New Hampshire to Providence is 98.8 miles (159 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located SSW of Dover, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 123.5 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Dover, New Hampshire in New Hampshire and Providence in Rhode Island.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dover, New Hampshire and Providence. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Dover, New Hampshire to Providence

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, New Hampshire & Providence

Quick Facts

Dover, New Hampshire
43.20°N, 70.87°W
America/New_York
19m elevation
Providence
41.82°N, 71.41°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 252 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients