Smithfield travel guide

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You're Going to Love Smithfield

With a population of 21,872, Smithfield is a must-see destination in Rhode Island, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Smithfield to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Smithfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lola's Lounge & Cantina (55 Douglas Pike) and Siena Smithfield (400 Putnam Pike) are great picks.

When to visit Smithfield

Smithfield in November
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Smithfield in November
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Smithfield

Plane

Although Smithfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Providence-TFGreen Airport (PVD), which is located 15 miles from Smithfield. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Smithfield departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Smithfield. The train journey from Smithfield to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Smithfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 150 miles from Smithfield. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Smithfield, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Smithfield takes 60 miles and will cost you around $16. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 75 miles.

Plane

Although Smithfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Providence-TFGreen Airport (PVD), which is located 15 miles from Smithfield. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Smithfield departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Smithfield. The train journey from Smithfield to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Smithfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 150 miles from Smithfield. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Smithfield, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Smithfield takes 60 miles and will cost you around $16. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 75 miles.

Airports near Smithfield

Airlines serving Smithfield

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Smithfield

Most booked hotels in Smithfield

Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 442 reviews)
$249+
Omni Providence Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1982 reviews)
$182+
Graduate Providence
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1611 reviews)
$223+
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Smithfield
3 stars
Excellent (8, 617 reviews)
$166+
The Dean Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 936 reviews)
$184+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Smithfield - Providence
2 stars
Good (7.3, 414 reviews)
$143+

Renting a car in Smithfield

Renting a car in Smithfield costs $65 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Smithfield.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Smithfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Smithfield, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Smithfield costs $65 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Smithfield.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Smithfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Smithfield, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.