Origin
Smithfield, RI
Evening in Smithfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
38m
Distance
22.5 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smithfield, RI
Connor Scott McManus
Coventry, RI
Max W
Trip Overview
This 22.5-mile journey from Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI takes about 38 minutes of driving time, making it an ideal one-day trip. You'll primarily be navigating local roads like Farnum Pike, Pleasant View Avenue, and Putnam Pike, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $4, reflecting its manageable distance. Given its brevity and the nature of the drive, it’s best suited for a single outing rather than requiring an overnight stay. This route keeps you within the Northeast region, specifically within Rhode Island.
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
11.2 miles from Smithfield, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, characterized by its lack of highway segments (0% highway share). The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't particularly long, indicating frequent intersections and changes in direction. As you travel, you'll likely experience a consistent local road feel rather than shifting between different types of terrain or road speeds. This means you'll be engaging with traffic signals and potentially varying speed limits throughout the 38-minute journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Farnum Pike 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 Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI is easy. At 38m 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 Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Farnum Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pleasant View Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Putnam Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Smith Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Greenville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hartford Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Army Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chopmist Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Farnum Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield, RI and Coventry, RI.
1
Start on Brayton Road
23 ft
·
3 sec
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Brayton Road
2
Turn left onto Farnum Pike
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Farnum Pike
3
Turn right onto Pleasant View Avenue
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant View Avenue
4
Keep slight right to continue on Pleasant View Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant View Avenue
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Putnam Pike
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Putnam Pike
6
Turn left onto Smith Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Smith Avenue
7
Turn left onto West Greenville Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Greenville Road
8
Turn right onto Hartford Pike
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hartford Pike
9
Continue on Grand Army Highway
3.3 mi
·
3 min
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Grand Army Highway
10
Turn left onto Chopmist Hill Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Chopmist Hill Road
11
Continue on Plainfield Pike
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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Plainfield Pike
12
Continue on Victory Highway
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Victory Highway
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Flat River Road
220 ft
·
4 sec
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Flat River Road
14
Exit the roundabout onto Flat River Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Flat River Road
15
Turn right onto Camp Westwood Road
351 ft
·
15 sec
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Camp Westwood Road
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 38 minutes, this short trip offers great flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour on local roads like Farnum Pike and Pleasant View Avenue. Since the drive is under 25 miles and has a low fuel cost of $4, you won't need extensive planning for fuel or long breaks. Pay attention to the frequent turns and potential traffic signals along Putnam Pike, as these will be your primary pacing points for this quick Rhode Island hop.
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 11.2 miles from Smithfield, RI, or about 19m 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 22.5 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coventry, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, RI
This is one driving day of about 22.5 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smithfield, 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 11.2 mi from Smithfield, RI · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.2 miles from Smithfield, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coventry, RI
The final approach into Coventry, 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 Coventry, 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
$3.62 one way
$7.24 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.99 | $7.97 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.31 | $8.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.97 | $9.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Coventry, RI
Evening in Coventry on Tuesday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
11 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
1 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
38m 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 Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI covers 22.5 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Farnum Pike, Pleasant View Avenue, Putnam Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 miles from Smithfield, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.62 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 Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI is easy. At 38m 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 Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Smithfield, RI to Coventry, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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