Origin
Ashaway, RI
Night in Ashaway on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Ashaway, RI to Smithfield, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
45.7 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashaway, RI
Beth Fitzpatrick
Smithfield, RI
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
Ashaway, RI to Smithfield, RI is 45.7 miles and takes about 58 minutes via I 95 and I 295, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Rhode Island, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive that's predominantly on major highways, making it a straightforward transit rather than a destination in itself. It's a practical option for getting from point A to B efficiently, with minimal fuss and a quick travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 26.7 mi | 31m |
| I 295 | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| Pleasant View Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Farnum Pike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Greenville Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Swamp Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Sanderson Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 26.7 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashaway, RI and Smithfield, RI.
1
Start on RI 216
136 ft
·
5 sec
·
Ashaway Road
2
Turn right onto RI 3
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 95 North: Providence
4
Merge onto I 95
27 mi
·
31 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 295
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 295
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 295
Exit 10
Toward RI 5: Johnston, Smithfield
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto RI 5
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenville Avenue
8
Turn straight onto RI 5
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Sanderson Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on RI 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cedar Swamp Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on RI 5; RI 116
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant View Avenue
11
At end of road, turn left onto RI 5; RI 104; RI 116
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Farnum Pike
12
Turn right onto Brayton Road
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Brayton Road
13
Arrive at destination
Brayton Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 22.9 miles from Ashaway, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
RI 3 / Main Street
Turn right onto RI 3 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
28.7 mi into trip
|
~35m 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
8
39.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 295
Take the exit onto I 295 toward RI 5: Johnston, Smithfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10
Toward RI 5: Johnston, Smithfield
4
44.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
RI 5; RI 104; RI 116 / Farnum Pike
At end of road, turn left onto RI 5; RI 104; RI 116 / Farnum Pike
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.36 one way
$14.71 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.09 | $16.19 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.09 | $20.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.40 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Smithfield, RI
Night in Smithfield on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
58m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the journey taking place on major interstates. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I 95, including a longest stretch of 26.7 miles. The route transitions to I 295, offering a consistent pace for most of the 45.7 miles. While not designed for scenic appreciation, this highway-centric profile means you can maintain a steady speed for the majority of the trip.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.7 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 295. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near RI 3 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (RI 3 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.7 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 45.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.7 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 3 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.7 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Smithfield, RI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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