Origin
Newport, RI
Evening in Newport on Friday
Local time
7:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Newport, RI to North Smithfield, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport, RI
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North Smithfield, RI
Brent Singleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Newport, RI to North Smithfield, RI covers 44.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Col Rodman Highway, RI 138 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.9 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Newport, RI to North Smithfield, RI covers 44.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
9.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Providence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: Providence
6
20.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
8
23.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
7
38.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward RI 7 South: North Providence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15A
Toward RI 7 South: North Providence
5
44.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| Col Rodman Highway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| RI 138 | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| I 95 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Douglas Pike | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Providence Pike | 2 mi | 3m |
| Farewell Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Branch Pike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 14.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport, RI and North Smithfield, RI.
1
Start on Court House Street
198 ft
·
10 sec
·
Court House Street
2
Continue on Farewell Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Farewell Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto RI 138A
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Farewell Street
4
Continue on RI 138A
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
JT Connell Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
6
Merge onto RI 138
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
RI 138
Toward RI 138: Jamestown
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 1 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Tower Hill Road
9
Turn straight onto RI 4
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Col Rodman Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 295
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 15A
Toward RI 7 South: North Providence
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto RI 7
262 ft
·
10 sec
·
Douglas Pike
14
Continue on RI 7
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Douglas Pike
15
Turn slight right onto Providence Pike
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Providence Pike
16
Turn straight onto Branch Pike;Providence Pike
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Branch Pike;Providence Pike
17
Continue on Providence Pike
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Providence Pike
18
Turn right onto George Lee Road
451 ft
·
12 sec
·
George Lee Road
19
Continue on Woonsocket Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Woonsocket Hill Road
20
Turn right
114 ft
·
8 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22 mi from Newport, RI · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Newport, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Smithfield, RI
The final approach into North Smithfield, RI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.10 one way
$14.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.44 | $16.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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 Smithfield, RI
Evening in North Smithfield on Friday
Local time
7:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
1h 2m 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 Newport, RI to North Smithfield, RI covers 44.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Col Rodman Highway, RI 138. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22 miles from Newport, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.10 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Newport, RI to North Smithfield, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Roger Williams National Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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