Providence to Rochester, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Providence from Rochester, New York?

The distance from Providence to Rochester, New York is 328.8 miles (529.1 km) as the crow flies. Rochester, New York is located WNW of Providence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 394.5 miles, taking about 7h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Providence in Rhode Island and Rochester, New York in New York.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Providence and Rochester, New York. 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.