Origin
Smithfield, RI
Late night in Smithfield on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smithfield, 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
19m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smithfield, RI
Connor Scott McManus
Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
This 16.3-mile drive from Smithfield, RI, to Providence, RI, will take you about 22 minutes to complete. Since it's such a short trip, it's perfect for a single day, with no need for an overnight stay. You'll primarily travel on local roads like Farnum Pike, Waterman Avenue, and the Centerdale Bypass, with no highway driving involved. Budget around $3 for fuel for this quick journey. The overall feel is a straightforward local connection within the Northeast region. This route is ideal if you're looking for a simple, direct transit between these two Rhode Island locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Farnum Pike | 4 mi | 7m |
| Waterman Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Francis Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Dorrance Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Centerdale Bypass | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fulton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Brayton Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Smith Street
— 4.1 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield, RI and Providence, RI.
1
Start on Brayton Road
22 ft
·
3 sec
·
Brayton Road
2
Turn left onto RI 5; RI 104
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Farnum Pike
3
Continue on RI 104
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterman Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 44
185 ft
·
3 sec
·
Centerdale Bypass
5
Turn left onto US 44
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Smith Street
6
Enter roundabout onto US 44
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
Smith Street
7
Continue on US 44
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Smith Street
8
Turn right onto Francis Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Francis Street
9
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Francis Street
10
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Dorrance Street
11
Turn right onto Fulton Street
139 ft
·
4 sec
·
Fulton Street
12
Arrive at destination
Fulton Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
RI 5; RI 104 / Farnum Pike
Turn left onto RI 5; RI 104 / Farnum Pike
Navigation decision point
3
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 44 / Centerdale Bypass
Turn right onto US 44 / Centerdale Bypass
Navigation decision point
3
5.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 44 / Smith Street
Turn left onto US 44 / Smith Street
Navigation decision point
5
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 44 / Smith Street
Enter roundabout onto US 44 / Smith Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
10.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Fulton Street
Turn right onto Fulton Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.67 one way
$3.35 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.84 | $3.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.99 | $3.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.30 | $4.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Late night in Providence on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
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
13 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
19m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 16.3-mile stretch. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating city streets and local thoroughfares for the full 22 minutes. The route is characterized by frequent turns and changes in road name, including Farnum Pike, Waterman Avenue, and the Centerdale Bypass. There isn't a particularly long uninterrupted stretch, so stay alert for traffic signals and intersections. This drive will feel like a typical local commute, connecting you through various neighborhoods rather than a sweeping scenic journey.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.1 mi on Smith Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 RI 5; RI 104 / Farnum Pike.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 6 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 (RI 5; RI 104 / Farnum Pike): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 44 / Centerdale Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 44 / Smith Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 10.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.1 miles on Smith Street. 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 5; RI 104 / Farnum Pike): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 44 / Centerdale Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 44 / Smith Street): Navigation decision point.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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