Origin
Greenville, RI
Late night in Greenville on Wednesday
Local time
2:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenville, RI to North Providence, RI
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
8m
Distance
4.9 mi
8 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 7m
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6 AM
0h 8m
8 AM
0h 10m
10 AM
0h 9m
12 PM
0h 8m
3 PM
0h 9m
5 PM
0h 10m
8 PM
0h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenville, RI
Flávia Vicentini
North Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Greenville, RI to North Providence, RI covers 4.9 miles and takes about 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Putnam Pike, Smith Street, Fruit Hill Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.6 miles on Putnam Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
2.5 miles from Greenville, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 8m drive with frequent turns across 4.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Putnam Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 3.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
317 ft
105 ft
Total Climb
143 ft
Total Descent
223 ft
Highest Point
317 ft
~0.4 mi in
Elevation Range
212 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Greenville, RI to North Providence, RI is easy. At 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (US 44 / Smith Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.9 miles (Vineyard Lane): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike
Depart onto US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
3.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 44 / Smith Street
Enter roundabout onto US 44 / Smith Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
4.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Vineyard Lane
Turn right onto Vineyard Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Putnam Pike | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Smith Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Fruit Hill Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Vineyard Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Putnam Pike
— 3.6 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, RI and North Providence, RI.
1
Start on US 44; RI 116
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Putnam Pike
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Continue on US 44
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Smith Street
3
Enter roundabout onto US 44
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
Smith Street
4
Continue on US 44
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Smith Street
5
Turn slight right onto Fruit Hill Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Fruit Hill Avenue
6
Turn right onto Vineyard Lane
464 ft
·
27 sec
·
Vineyard Lane
7
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 2.5 miles from Greenville, RI, or about 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 4.9 miles or 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 2.5 miles or 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Providence, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenville, RI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greenville, RI
This is one driving day of about 4.9 miles and 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greenville, RI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Putnam Pike for about 3.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 2.5 mi from Greenville, RI · 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
2 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 4.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 2.5 miles from Greenville, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Providence, RI
The final approach into North Providence, RI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North Providence, RI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$0.79 one way
$1.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $0.87 | $1.74 |
| premium | $4.86 | $0.94 | $1.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.08 | $2.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 1.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.5 | 0 | $0.51 | $0.24 |
| Efficient EV | 1.2 | 0 | $0.43 | $0.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.31 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
North Providence, RI
Late night in North Providence on Wednesday
Local time
2:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
2 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Greenville, RI to North Providence, RI covers 4.9 miles and takes about 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Putnam Pike, Smith Street, Fruit Hill Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 2.5 miles from Greenville, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Greenville, RI to North Providence, RI is easy. At 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (US 44 / Smith Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.9 miles (Vineyard Lane): Navigation decision point.
The route from Greenville, RI to North Providence, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 105 ft to 317 ft elevation with about 143 ft of total climbing.
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