How far is Narragansett, RI from Greenville, RI?

Fastest route

The distance from Narragansett, Rhode Island to Greenville, Smithfield, RI is approximately 33.9 miles (54.5 kilometers). The recommended route, considering current traffic conditions, is via RI-4 N and I-295 N, which will take approximately 53 minutes.

Directions

  1. πŸš— Take US-1 N to RI-4 N in North Kingstown.
  2. πŸ”„ Head northeast on RI-1A N toward Bridge Point Dr/Pettaqaumscutt Cv Trl.
  3. πŸ‘ˆ Turn left onto Old Boston Neck Rd.
  4. πŸ‘ˆ Turn left onto Middlebridge Rd.
  5. πŸ›£οΈ Continue on RI-4 N. Keep left at the fork to continue on I-295 N, following signs for Woonsocket.
  6. 🚫 Take exit 10 for Rhode Island 5/Johnston toward Smithfield.
  7. πŸš— Follow RI-5 N and Greenville Ave to Putnam Pike in Smithfield.
  8. πŸ“‰ Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto RI-5 N.
  9. πŸ‘ˆ Turn left onto Greenville Ave.
  10. πŸ‘ˆ Turn left onto Putnam Pike.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸ• Leave with ample time to account for possible traffic delays.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic signals and signs along the route.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time directions and updates.
  • β›½ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • πŸ“± Keep your mobile phone charged in case of emergencies.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction sites that may affect your route.
  • πŸ₯€ Stay hydrated and have some snacks for the trip.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.82 mi
00h 43m
Flight
29.57 mi
47.59 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.57 mi
Kilometers
47.59 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.82 mi
Kilometers
56.04 km
Drive Time
00h 43m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 43m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Greenville
Sat, May 30, 11:49 AM EDT
Return by in Narragansett
Sat, May 30, 12:32 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Narragansett
2026-05-30T11:05
Arrive Greenville
Sat, May 30, 11:49 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 43m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:44 AM to 7:44 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:02 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Narragansett
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
East Greenwich
RI

Town in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States

From Narragansett
17.1 mi
00h 21m
To Greenville
17.6 mi
00h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Narragansett Weather
RI
Live fallback forecast
60Β°F
Saturday
Using Warwick as the closest live forecast in the Rhode Island weather hub.

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 to 29 mph NW
Destination
59Β°F
Saturday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
14 to 17 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Narragansett and Greenville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Narragansett and Greenville.

  1. 1

    Start on Bridge Point Drive

    70 m Β· 16 sec Β· Bridge Point Drive

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Boston Neck Road

    3.3 mi Β· 5 min Β· Boston Neck Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Bridgetown Road

    1.4 mi Β· 2 min Β· Bridgetown Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Tower Hill Road

    2.3 mi Β· 3 min Β· Tower Hill Road

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on Tower Hill Road

    1.4 km Β· 1 min Β· Tower Hill Road

  6. 6

    Turn straight onto Col Rodman Highway

    10.1 mi Β· 13 min Β· Col Rodman Highway

  7. 7

    Merge slight right onto I 95 North: Providence

    2.6 mi Β· 4 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 295 North: Woonsocket

    10.6 mi Β· 13 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward RI 5: Johnston, Smithfield

    1444 ft Β· 40 sec Β· I 295

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Greenville Avenue

    1.4 mi Β· 2 min Β· Greenville Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on Greenville Avenue

    1.4 mi Β· 3 min Β· Greenville Avenue

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Putnam Pike

    52 m Β· 3 sec Β· Putnam Pike

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Putnam Pike

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Narragansett and Greenville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
37.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 295 North
10.6 mi Β· 30%
Col Rodman Highway
10.1 mi Β· 29%
Boston Neck Road
3.27 mi Β· 9%
Tower Hill Road
3.16 mi Β· 9%
Greenville Avenue
2.81 mi Β· 8%
I 95 North
2.64 mi Β· 8%
Longest Stretch

I 295 North

Keep slight left to continue on I 295 North: Woonsocket

10.6 mi Β· 00h 13m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 43m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.2 mi
29.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East Greenwich
00h 21m from Narragansett
Leave By
7:02 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Narragansett and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Greenville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Narragansett to Greenville?

The road trip is about 34.8 miles (56 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

East Greenwich is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Narragansett and 17.6 miles from Greenville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 29.6 miles (47.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Narragansett and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Greenville.

Stop Ideas Near East Greenwich

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around East Greenwich, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Greenwich.

RAIL

Providence station

19 mi away
100 Gaspee Street
RAIL

Kingston station

22 mi away
1 Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Westerly station

44 mi away
14 Railroad Avenue
BUS

Foxwoods Casino, Connecticut

48 mi away
39 Norwich Westerley Rd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Narragansett and Greenville. Straight-line distance: 29.57 mi (47.59 km).

Narragansett

#1 Narragansett

Town in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States

Population15,309
Coordinates41.4501000, -71.4495000
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
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#2 Greenville

Greenville is a place in Rhode Island, United States.

Population0
Coordinates41.8712100, -71.5520100
Altitude87
CountryUnited States
Start: Bridge Point Drive (-71.448713, 41.450403)
End: Putnam Pike (-71.552005, 41.871225)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.23 gal
4.65 L Β· about $4.85
Round trip
$9.70
2.46 gal Β· 9.3 L
Estimated CO2
10.9 kg one way
Round trip: 21.9 kg / 48 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $4.85 $9.70
Mid-grade $4.46 $5.48 $10.96
Premium $4.86 $5.98 $11.95
Diesel $6.00 $7.38 $14.75

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Rhode Island Β· May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Narragansett and Greenville. The current time is 11:05:28.

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