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PVD

Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport

Providence, United States

Where to start
Uber / Lyft

Rhode Island's main airport, also serving southeastern New England. Rideshare is the primary option. RIPTA bus provides transit to Providence. Warwick and Providence are the nearest major cities.

Ride Options

Uber

rideshare

Convenient to Providence and surrounding Rhode Island area

AvailabilityCommonly available
Pickup NoteTNC zone outside the terminal.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Lyft

rideshare

Alternative rideshare

AvailabilityCommonly available
Pickup NoteSame TNC zone as Uber.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Licensed Taxi

taxi

No-app alternative

AvailabilityAvailable during operating hours
Pickup NoteTaxi stand outside baggage claim.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Rideshare pickup in the designated TNC zone outside the terminal.

Taxi

Taxis at the taxi stand outside baggage claim.

Shuttle

Hotel shuttles and Casino shuttles from outside the terminal.

Transit

RIPTA Bus Route 66 connects to Providence. Limited frequency — check schedule.

Travel Extras

Need a SIM?Need a lounge?Need a hotel?Need bag storage?

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Local Tips

  • RIPTA bus 1, 14 or 20 connect PVD to downtown Providence every 20-60 minutes.
  • MBTA Commuter Rail Providence/Stoughton Line stops at the TF Green station — direct to Boston in ~75 minutes.
  • PVD rideshare pickup is on the upper level outside departures (not arrivals) — head up one level when leaving baggage claim.
  • Surge spikes during Brown / RISD parents' weekends and graduation (May).
  • Tipping at PVD: rideshare 15-20% via the in-app tip; airport taxis expect cash 15-20%.