Origin
North Smithfield, RI
Afternoon in North Smithfield on Friday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Smithfield, RI to Kingston, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
39.7 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Smithfield, RI
Brent Singleton
Kingston, RI
Nino Sanger
Trip Overview
The drive from North Smithfield, RI to Kingston, RI covers 39.7 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, RI 4, Mooresfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.7 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.39 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 39.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 56m highway drive covering 39.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and RI 4. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.7 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 14.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and RI 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Woonsocket Hill Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 39.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Woonsocket Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Woonsocket Hill Road
Turn left onto Woonsocket Hill Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
19.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
RI 4
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 4 toward RI 4 South: North Kingstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 24B
Toward RI 4 South: North Kingstown
6
36 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
RI 138 / Mooresfield Road
Turn right onto RI 138 / Mooresfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Smithfield, RI to Kingston, RI, road signs begin pointing toward New York along the way.
New York
4.7 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| RI 4 | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| Mooresfield Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Tower Hill Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| I 95 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Douglas Pike | 2 mi | 3m |
| Providence Pike | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Branch Pike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 14.7 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Smithfield, RI and Kingston, RI.
1
Start on this road
114 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Woonsocket Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Woonsocket Hill Road
3
Continue on George Lee Road
451 ft
·
18 sec
·
George Lee Road
4
Turn left onto RI 5
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Providence Pike
5
Continue on Branch Pike;Providence Pike
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Branch Pike;Providence Pike
6
At end of road, turn left onto RI 7
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Douglas Pike
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 South: Warwick, New York
8
Merge onto I 295
15 mi
·
16 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 4
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
RI 4
Exit 24B
Toward RI 4 South: North Kingstown
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Tower Hill Road
12
Turn right onto RI 138
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Mooresfield Road
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on RI 138
478 ft
·
20 sec
·
Kingstown Road
14
Turn right onto Old North Road
158 ft
·
4 sec
·
Old North Road
15
Arrive at destination
Old North Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from North Smithfield, RI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from North Smithfield, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingston, RI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Kingston, RI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.39 one way
$12.78 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Kingston, RI
Afternoon in Kingston on Friday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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.
Temperature spread
7 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
56m 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 North Smithfield, RI to Kingston, RI covers 39.7 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, RI 4, Mooresfield Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from North Smithfield, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.39 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 is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 39.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Woonsocket Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from North Smithfield, RI to Kingston, RI, road signs begin pointing toward New York along the way.
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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