New Brunswick to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

183.1 miles 294.7 km · straight line
228.9 miles estimated 368.4 km · driving distance
4h 36min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
59° ENE bearing direction

How far is New Brunswick from Providence?

The distance from New Brunswick to Providence is 183.1 miles (294.7 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located ENE of New Brunswick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 228.9 miles, taking about 4h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — New Brunswick in New Jersey 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick to Providence

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 36min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 31min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 22min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Brunswick & Providence

Quick Facts

New Brunswick
40.49°N, 74.45°W
America/New_York
26m 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 61 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 136 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients