North Providence, RI is a small city located in the northeastern part of the state. It has a diverse range of amenities and attractions, and offers great public transportation options to get around. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) operates bus routes throughout the city that connect North Providence to nearby towns, cities, and suburban areas. There are also several RIPTA park & ride lots located in close proximity to North Providence, making it easy to access various parts of the state. For those wishing to travel further out of town, there are two train stations located in North Providence – the Eastside Train Station and the Southside Train Station – both offering Amtrak services for commuters traveling between Boston and Washington D.C. Finally, passengers can also take advantage of T.F. Green Airport for domestic and international flights. With all these convenient options available, getting around North Providence has never been easier!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in North Providence takes 23.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in North Providence get to work:
- 87.3% drive their own car alone
- 5.3% carpool with others
- 2.8% work from home
- 2.7% take mass transit