Origin
Newport, RI
Night in Newport on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Newport, RI to Providence, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
48m
Distance
33.7 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
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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Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Newport to Providence is a straightforward 33.7-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes. Because this is a short trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes RI 138, the Col Rodman Highway, and I-95 to navigate between these two Rhode Island hubs. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, this is a very economical excursion. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive makes it a stress-free option for your itinerary.
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
16.8 miles from Newport, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 62% of this 33.7-mile drive is spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of local connectors and faster interstate segments, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being a 12.2-mile run on I-95. The transition from the coastal character of Newport onto the faster pace of the highway system is seamless. While the drive is efficient rather than winding, you will notice the rhythm of the road change as you leave the Col Rodman Highway and merge into the busier flow of the interstate system toward Providence.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Farewell Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Newport, RI to Providence, RI is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Newport, RI to Providence, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Farewell Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| JT Connell Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| RI 138 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 1 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tower Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Col Rodman Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Farewell Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport, RI and Providence, RI.
1
Start on Court House Street
203 ft
·
9 sec
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Court House Street
2
Continue on Farewell Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Farewell Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Farewell Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Farewell Street
4
Continue on JT Connell Highway
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
JT Connell Highway
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
6
Merge slight left onto RI 138: Jamestown
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
RI 138: Jamestown
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 1 North: Providence
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1 North: Providence
8
Merge slight left onto Tower Hill Road
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Tower Hill Road
9
Turn straight onto Col Rodman Highway
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Col Rodman Highway
10
Merge slight right onto I 95 North: Providence
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95 North: Providence
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North: Providence
9.5 mi
·
13 min
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I 95 North: Providence
12
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
13
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Memorial Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Downtown, Memorial Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Francis Street
302 ft
·
7 sec
·
Francis Street
15
Continue on Dorrance Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Dorrance Street
16
Turn right onto Fulton Street
141 ft
·
5 sec
·
Fulton Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 48-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-95 is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the 33.7-mile route, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that with a $5 fuel estimate, you can likely complete the entire trip on a single tank without needing to refuel mid-journey. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on the transition points between RI 138 and the Col Rodman Highway, as these shifts happen relatively early in your trip.
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 16.8 miles from Newport, RI, or about 24m into the drive.
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 33.7 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.8 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Providence, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newport, 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 Newport, RI
This is one driving day of about 33.7 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newport, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from Newport, RI · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Newport, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Providence, RI
The final approach into 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 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
$5.43 one way
$10.85 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.45 | $12.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Providence, RI
Night in Providence on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
17 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.
Road read
48m 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 Providence, RI covers 33.7 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Farewell Street, JT Connell Highway, RI 138. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 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 $5.43 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 Newport, RI to Providence, RI is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Newport, RI to Providence, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Newport, RI to Providence, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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