Parsippany to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.9 miles 273.5 km · straight line
212.4 miles estimated 341.9 km · driving distance
4h 16min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Parsippany from Providence?

The distance from Parsippany to Providence is 169.9 miles (273.5 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located ENE of Parsippany. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.4 miles, taking about 4h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Parsippany 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 Parsippany 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 Parsippany to Providence

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 16min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 7min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 3min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parsippany & Providence

Quick Facts

Parsippany
40.86°N, 74.43°W
America/New_York
101m 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 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients