Area code 401
Area code 401 serves Providence and nearby parts of Rhode Island, including Warwick, Cranston and Pawtucket. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 401 at a glance
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| Main city | Providence |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 401
- Providence
- Warwick
- Cranston
- Pawtucket
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 401 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 401 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 401 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Other area codes in Rhode Island
401 is the only area code in our list for Rhode Island.
Questions about 401
What time zone is area code 401?
Area code 401 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 401?
Area code 401 is in Rhode Island. Its main city is Providence, and it also covers Warwick, Cranston and Pawtucket.
What are the legal hours to call a 401 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.