Driving from New York City to Providence
Providence lies 249 km (155 mi) north-east of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 23 min without stops, over roughly 304 km (189 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| New York City | Providence | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 190,934 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | -17 m (-56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book car hire from New York City to Providence
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Staying in Providence
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Common questions
How far is Providence from New York City?
249 km (155 mi) in a straight line, north-east of New York City; by road roughly 304 km (189 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Providence by car?
About 3 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Providence?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.