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How to get fromRhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) to downtown Boston

From Providence's T.F. Green airport, MBTA commuter rail runs to Boston South Station in about 75–85 minutes for roughly $12–13 (weekdays). A car to Boston costs roughly $100–160.

Cheapest: MBTA commuter rail · from $12Fastest: Taxi · about 60 minChecked November 2026

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Typical cost and journey time from T.F. Green into downtown Boston.

MBTA commuter rail (Providence line)

Cheapest
Cost
About $12–13
Time
About 75–85 min to South Station
Hours
Weekdays only, limited trains
Where to find it
Interlink skywalk from the terminal to the T.F. Green Airport station.
Good to know
On weekends, take a taxi to Providence station for more trains.

Taxi

Fastest
Cost
About $150+
Time
60–90 min
Hours
24/7
Where to find it
Outside baggage claim.

Uber / Lyft

Cost
About $100–160
Time
60–90 min
Hours
24/7
Where to find it
Rideshare pick-up outside baggage claim.
Our pick

Providence is a relaxed alternative to Logan. The train is great value on weekdays.

Quick answers

The questions people ask most about T.F. Green.

What's the cheapest way from T.F. Green to downtown Boston?

MBTA commuter rail (Providence line): About $12–13, taking about 75–85 min to South Station.

How much is a taxi from PVD to downtown Boston?

About $150+. The ride takes 60–90 min.

What hours does the MBTA commuter rail (Providence line) run?

Weekdays only, limited trains.

Where do Uber / Lyft pick up at T.F. Green?

Rideshare pick-up outside baggage claim. Expect to pay about $100–160.

Where do I catch the MBTA commuter rail (Providence line)?

Interlink skywalk from the terminal to the T.F. Green Airport station.

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