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 24 km 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 most popular train carrier serving Smithfield, followed by Acela. The train journey from Smithfield to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Smithfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 241 km 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, CoachRun and Bus. From Worcester, the bus ride to Smithfield takes 97 km and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

Although Smithfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Providence-TFGreen Airport (PVD), which is located 24 km 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 most popular train carrier serving Smithfield, followed by Acela. The train journey from Smithfield to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Smithfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 241 km 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, CoachRun and Bus. From Worcester, the bus ride to Smithfield takes 97 km and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Smithfield

Airlines serving Smithfield

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,510 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,610 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,565 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (479 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,943 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,815 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (828 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 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, 448 reviews)
$247+
Omni Providence Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1981 reviews)
$182+
Graduate Providence
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1613 reviews)
$225+
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Smithfield
3 stars
Excellent (8, 621 reviews)
$158+
The Dean Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 933 reviews)
$187+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Smithfield - Providence
2 stars
Good (7.3, 415 reviews)
$158+

Renting a car in Smithfield

Renting a car in Smithfield costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% 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 $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% 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.