BY AIR
Traveling by air? Fall River is lucky to be positioned within close distance to two international airports. The T.F. Greene Airport in Warwick, Rhode Island is only a thirty five minute drive away. Its international flights are limited (only servicing the Caribbean), but the airport’s small size make it a favorite for locals, who appreciate the ease of traveling through T.F. Greene.
More options can be found at Boston Logan International Airport. The airport is typically an hour drive from Fall River, depending on traffic. Its status as a major U.S. travel hub means that you can often enjoy lower fares and nearly unlimited options when it comes to destinations.
More options can be found at Boston Logan International Airport. The airport is typically an hour drive from Fall River, depending on traffic. Its status as a major U.S. travel hub means that you can often enjoy lower fares and nearly unlimited options when it comes to destinations.
International airports near Fall River, MA
26 miles: Providence, RI (PVD / KPVD) Theodore Francis Green International Airport
55 miles: Boston, MA (BOS / KBOS) Boston Logan International Airport
Domestic airports near Fall River, MA
15 miles: New Bedford, MA (EWB / KEWB) New Bedford Regional Airport
55 miles: Boston, MA (BOS / KBOS) Boston Logan International Airport
BY RAIL
Fall River is a twenty minute bus or car ride away from Providence, Rhode Island, where the downtown train station offers connections to Boston via the MBTA Commuter Rail. The station is also a hub for AMTRAK’s Northeast routes, connecting passengers easily to locations along the East Coast, including New York, Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Virginia.
Providence, Rhode Island Amtrak/MBTA Station
100 Gaspee Street
Providence, RI 02903
NEW MBTA COMMUTER RAIL – Fall River/New Bedford Line
Fall River is one of the newest stops on the MBTA Commuter Rail system. The Fall River Depot is conveniently located on Davol Street, on the Fall River Waterfront.
The route will take riders into South Station in Boston, with frequent stops being made in Taunton, Brockton, Braintree and Quincy along the way.
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday
Inbound 4:27 AM-11:00 PM
Outbound 6:45 AM-1:37 AM
Saturday
Inbound 4:47 AM-11:29 PM
Outbound 6:37 AM-1:32 AM
Sunday
Inbound 4:47 AM-11:29 PM
Outbound 6:37 AM-1:32 AM
Fares
Zones 1A-10 $2.40 – $13.25
For more detailed information, click here.
Tickets can be purchased using the mTicket App or on board,with cash or credit card.
Schedule
To download the Fall River/New Bedford Line Spring/Summer 2025 Schedule, click here.
For more information on the MBTA Commuter Rail, click here.
Getting Around Fall River from the Train Station
MicroConnector is a new on-demand transportation service that makes it easy to connect to South Coast Rail stations. When you’re ready to go, book a ride in the easy to use app and the MicroConnector shuttle will pick you up and bring you either to or from station.
Service hours
MicroConnector is available Monday – Friday
Mornings: 4am – 8am
Evenings: 5pm – 9pm
Price – Cash or credit card accepted.
Base Fare:
$1 per rider
$0.50 per rider 65+
Each additional passenger:
$1 per rider 12+
$0.50 per rider 6-11, or 65+
Free for children 6 and under
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available for riders with mobility issues. To unlock eligibility, please dial 774-220-6961 or visit the Accessibility tab in the app.
BY CAR
Fall River is located on I195, in Southeastern Massachusetts. You’ll know you’re here once you spot one of our world-class murals that are visible from the highway! Click here for point-to-point driving directions.
BY BUS
Charter buses are available from Fall River’s downtown transit center, and provide transportation to Boston, Providence and other New England destinations.
Peter Pan Bus Service
Fall River terminal: Louis D. Pettine Transportation Center, 118 4th Street, Fall River, MA 02720
Available from Providence, RI to Fall River, and points East, including New Bedford and Cape Cod.
CAR RENTAL
Need your own car during your stay? If you’re flying into the area, rentals can be easily picked up at both T.F. Greene and Logan airports. In Fall River, contact one of the following companies to pick up some new wheels:
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
775 Pleasant Street
(508) 677-9000
Hertz
1672 Pleasant Street
(508) 235-0472
TAXI SERVICES
Looking for a ride on demand? Popular rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are active in Fall River, making them terrific options for getting around. Want a more local experience? Try one of these taxi services.
Fall River Taxi Service
67 Talbot Street
(508) 673-5843
TOWN TAXI of Fall River, Ma
168 Stevens St
(508) 673-9999
Veterans Safe-T-Cab Assn
905 Plymouth Ave
(508) 673-5843
PUBLIC TRANSIT
Fall River is served by two regional transit authorities, providing frequent service within the city and connections to many neighboring towns.
The Southeast Regional Transit Authority runs routes both within Fall River and to the nearby communities of Somerset, Swansea, Westport, Dartmouth and New Bedford. For more information, visit https://www.srtabus.com/fall-river/.
Thanks to a “Try Transit” grant from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, SRTA services are free from Jan. 1 to June 30 of 2025!
| Full Fare | $1.50 |
| Reduced Fare | $0.75 |
| Transfers | 1 Free* |
| Children under 6 years old | Free |
| Children 6-11 years old | $0.75 |
Click here to download/view a one-page schedule with all Fall River Routes – English
Click here to download/view a one-page schedule with all Fall River Routes – Portuguese
Click here to download/view a one-page schedule with all Fall River Routes – Spanish
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, or RIPTA, also connects Fall River to two major Rhode Island transportation hubs, Providence and Newport, while making stops in Tiverton and Somerset. The bus runs three times during morning and evening rush hour, respectively. For the full schedule, click the link below.
RIPTA 24L service to Providence and Newport from Fall River Terminal
LODGING
In Fall River and the surrounding communities, you will find a range of accommodations to meet your specific needs. From trusted names in hospitality to highly coveted, boutique experiences like the Lizzie Borden B&B or the Borden Flats Lighthouse, there are plenty of comfortable places to rest your head after a busy day of exploring Fall River!
Holiday Inn Express Fall River North
360 Airport Road, Fall River
(508) 672-0011
Taylor’s Pharmacy Guesthouse
203 Linden St. Fall River
(508) 415-0997
Borden Flats “Lighthome”
Online for info and reservations
(401) 595-5777
Lizzie Borden House (Bed and Breakfast & Museum)
230 2nd St, Fall River, MA 02721
508-675-7333
Bally’s Tiverton @ Twin River Tiverton
777 Tiverton Casino Blvd Tiverton, RI
(401) 816-6000
Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport
53 Old Bedford Road, Westport, MA
(508) 675-8500
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Westport
41 Old Bedford Rd, Westport, MA
(774) 520-1700
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Somerset
602 GAR Highway, Somerset, MA
(774) 322-2370
Riverview Inn & Suites Somerset
1878 Wilbur Ave, Somerset, MA
(508) 678-4545
Orbits Inn
537 Riverside Ave, Somerset, MA
(508) 678-7655
For additional assistance, please email us. We’ll be happy to help you plan your trip to Fall River!
Looking for help planning a trip? There are a number of travel agencies in Fall River that are here to help! Find our full list at: https://www.vivafallriver.com/travel/.
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