How far is North Scituate, RI from Newport, RI?
The driving distance from North Scituate, RI to Newport, RI is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.5 miles (44.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Scituate and Newport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Scituate and Newport.
-
1
Start on East Road
12 m · 5 sec · East Road
-
2
Turn right onto Danielson Pike
1.1 km · 1 min · Danielson Pike
-
3
Merge slight left onto Hartford Pike
644 ft · 10 sec · Hartford Pike
-
4
Continue on Hartford Avenue
2.8 mi · 3 min · Hartford Avenue
-
5
Turn straight onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
1979 ft · 26 sec · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight left
2694 ft · 35 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 9 min
-
8
Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on RI 4 South: North Kingstown
2.3 mi · 3 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward RI 403, RI 402: Quonset, Frenchtown Road
856 ft · 13 sec
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on RI 402: Frenchtown Road
2448 ft · 38 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on RI 4 South
1094 ft · 17 sec
-
13
Merge slight left
6.8 mi · 8 min
-
14
Continue on Tower Hill Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Tower Hill Road
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward RI 138 East: Jamestown, Newport
2237 ft · 59 sec
-
16
Keep slight left
1530 ft · 26 sec
-
17
Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 12 min
-
18
Turn left onto JT Connell Connector
735 ft · 33 sec · JT Connell Connector
-
19
Turn left onto JT Connell Highway
1612 ft · 59 sec · JT Connell Highway
-
20
Continue on Farewell Street
1390 ft · 52 sec · Farewell Street
-
21
Continue on Farewell Street
526 ft · 11 sec · Farewell Street
-
22
Continue on Thames Street
1378 ft · 29 sec · Thames Street
-
23
Turn left onto Touro Street
690 ft · 27 sec · Touro Street
-
24
Turn left onto Court House Street
44 m · 6 sec · Court House Street
-
25
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Court House Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Scituate and Newport.
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.
RI 138 East
Merge slight left
8.79 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving North Scituate and Chance Light Rain near Newport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Scituate to Newport?
The road trip is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
East Greenwich is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.7 miles from North Scituate and 18.2 miles from Newport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.5 miles (44.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.13 one way or $10.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around North Scituate and Chance Light Rain near Newport.
Stop Ideas Near East Greenwich
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Greenwich.
Providence station
Kingston station
Westerly station
Foxwoods Casino, Connecticut
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Scituate and Newport. Straight-line distance: 27.53 mi (44.31 km).
#1 North Scituate
Census designated place in Massachusetts
| Population | 11,171 |
| Coordinates | 41.8317700, -71.5872900 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newport
City in and county seat of Newport County, Rhode Island, United States
| Population | 24,412 |
| Coordinates | 41.4901000, -71.3128300 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Court House Street (-71.312831, 41.490132)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.32 | $12.63 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $7.80 | $15.59 |
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 · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.