Origin
Exeter, RI
Night in Exeter on Saturday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Exeter, 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
39m
Distance
28.4 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Exeter, RI
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Smithfield, RI
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
Traveling from Exeter to Smithfield covers 28.4 miles through the heart of Rhode Island, making it a quick and efficient trip that takes approximately 39 minutes. Since this is a short journey, it is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via I-295, RI-4, and I-95 to complete the transit. Budgeting about $5 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this direct route. Because both origin and destination are located within the Northeast region, the transit remains straightforward and familiar for local travelers. It is an ideal option if you need to move between these two points quickly without the hassle of a complex itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| RI 4 | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| I 95 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Ten Rod Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant View Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Farnum Pike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Greenville Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Swamp Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 10.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Exeter, RI and Smithfield, RI.
1
Start on New Road
79 ft
·
5 sec
·
New Road
2
Turn left onto RI 102
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Ten Rod Road
3
Continue on RI 2; RI 102
190 ft
·
14 sec
·
Ten Rod Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward RI 4 North: Providence
5
Merge onto RI 4
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
RI 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
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.
9
Turn left onto RI 5
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenville Avenue
10
Turn straight onto RI 5
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Sanderson Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on RI 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cedar Swamp Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on RI 5; RI 116
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant View Avenue
13
At end of road, turn left onto RI 5; RI 104; RI 116
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Farnum Pike
14
Turn right onto Brayton Road
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Brayton Road
15
Arrive at destination
Brayton Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 26.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
RI 4
Merge onto RI 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
8.7 mi into trip
|
~12m 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
11.3 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
21.9 mi into trip
|
~28m 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
26.9 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
$4.57 one way
$9.14 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.03 | $10.06 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.27 | $12.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
9:24 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
39m 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 28.4-mile trip is distinctly highway-focused, with 70% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should expect a practical, efficient driving experience rather than a winding scenic tour. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-295, where you will cover 10.9 miles of consistent highway driving. As you transition between RI-4, I-95, and I-295, the character of the road remains fast-paced and geared toward commuters. Behind the wheel, you will feel the steady rhythm of interstate travel, which keeps the duration short at just under 40 minutes.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.9 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 around 2.4 miles in near RI 4.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 28.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (RI 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
285 ft
38 ft
Total Climb
418 ft
Total Descent
434 ft
Highest Point
285 ft
~18.2 mi in
Elevation Range
246 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 28.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.9 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Smithfield, RI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 2.4 miles (RI 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Roger Williams National Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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