Princeton, New Jersey to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

197.4 miles 317.7 km · straight line
246.7 miles estimated 397.1 km · driving distance
4h 58min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
58° ENE bearing direction

How far is Princeton, New Jersey from Providence?

The distance from Princeton, New Jersey to Providence is 197.4 miles (317.7 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located ENE of Princeton, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.7 miles, taking about 4h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Princeton, New Jersey 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 Princeton, New Jersey 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 Princeton, New Jersey to Providence

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 58min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 58min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 43min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Princeton, New Jersey & Providence

Quick Facts

Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients