Origin
Narragansett, RI
Night in Narragansett on Saturday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Narragansett, RI to Providence, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
30.9 mi
50 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 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Narragansett, RI
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Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
This 30.9-mile drive from Narragansett to Providence, Rhode Island, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 43 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it's an economical choice for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-95 and local roads like Col Rodman Highway and Boston Neck Road, offering a mixed driving experience. Since it's a short distance, you won't need an overnight stay; this trip is perfect for a spontaneous outing or an easy commute within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 12.2 mi | 16m |
| Col Rodman Highway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Boston Neck Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Tower Hill Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Bridgetown Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dorrance Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Francis Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 12.2 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Narragansett, RI and Providence, RI.
1
Start on Bridge Point Drive
228 ft
·
15 sec
·
Bridge Point Drive
2
Turn left onto RI 1A
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Boston Neck Road
3
Turn left onto Bridgetown Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridgetown Road
4
Turn right onto US 1; RI 138
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Tower Hill Road
Use the right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tower Hill Road
6
Turn straight onto RI 4
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Col Rodman Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Exit 37B-C-D
Toward US 6 West, RI 10: Downtown, Hartford, Connecticut
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 37B
Toward Downtown, Memorial Boulevard
11
Turn right onto US 1
302 ft
·
7 sec
·
Francis Street
12
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Dorrance Street
13
Turn right onto Fulton Street
139 ft
·
4 sec
·
Fulton Street
14
Arrive at destination
Fulton Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 30.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road
Turn right onto US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
18 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
7
20.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
9
30.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway toward US 6 West, RI 10: Downtown, Hartford, Connecticut
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 37B-C-D
Toward US 6 West, RI 10: Downtown, Hartford, Co...
7
30.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Memorial Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 37B
Toward Downtown, Memorial Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.95 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.47 | $10.95 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Providence, RI
Night in Providence on Saturday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
9 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
43m 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 drive presents a mixed profile, with 39% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I-95, including a continuous 12.2-mile segment, which allows for steady progress. The remainder of the route involves navigating local roads, offering a change of pace from the interstate. As you travel, expect the scenery to shift from coastal influences to more developed areas as you approach Providence. It's a drive that balances efficiency with glimpses of local Rhode Island life.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road.
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 11 decision points packed into just 30.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
187 ft
9 ft
Total Climb
260 ft
Total Descent
278 ft
Highest Point
187 ft
~17.6 mi in
Elevation Range
178 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 30.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.2 miles on I 95. 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 Providence, 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 4.7 miles (US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (I 95): 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 Providence, 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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