Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.4 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenville, RI
Flávia Vicentini
Providence, RI
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This short 8.4-mile journey from Greenville to Providence, Rhode Island, is easily completed in about 15 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any day trip. With no highway driving involved, expect a local feel as you navigate through the Northeast region. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $1, so you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. Given its brevity, this route is best tackled as a single, straightforward drive rather than splitting it over multiple days. It’s a quick connection between two points within the same state, ideal for a seamless transition.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Putnam Pike | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Francis Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Dorrance Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fulton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, RI and Providence, RI.
Start on US 44; RI 116
Continue on US 44
Enter roundabout onto US 44
Continue on US 44
Turn right onto Francis Street
Continue on US 1
Continue on US 1
Turn right onto Fulton Street
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart onto US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 44 / Smith Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto Francis Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Fulton Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.35 one way
$2.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.61 | $3.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.85 | $3.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Providence on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be actively navigating intersections and local streets for most of the 8.4 miles. With 0% highway share, you're on surface roads the entire way, primarily utilizing Smith Street, Putnam Pike, and Francis Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.1 miles on Smith Street. Expect a driving experience that requires your attention to traffic signals and turns, rather than a high-speed cruise.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 44; RI 116 / Putnam Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (US 44 / Smith Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.7 miles (Francis Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 8.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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