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 most popular train carrier serving Smithfield, followed by Acela. The train journey from Smithfield to New Haven takes 2h 22m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $16 for a 3h 21m 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 Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Smithfield, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portsmouth, the bus ride to Smithfield takes 90 miles and will cost you around $30. From Truro, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 190 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 most popular train carrier serving Smithfield, followed by Acela. The train journey from Smithfield to New Haven takes 2h 22m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $16 for a 3h 21m 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 Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Smithfield, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portsmouth, the bus ride to Smithfield takes 90 miles and will cost you around $30. From Truro, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Smithfield

Airlines serving Smithfield

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 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, 440 reviews)
$247+
Omni Providence Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1975 reviews)
$181+
Graduate Providence
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1604 reviews)
$223+
The Dean Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 940 reviews)
$185+
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Smithfield
3 stars
Good (7.9, 618 reviews)
$150+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Smithfield - Providence
2 stars
Good (7.2, 403 reviews)
$136+

Renting a car in Smithfield

Renting a car in Smithfield costs $36 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 109% cheaper than airport locations in Smithfield.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Smithfield, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Smithfield costs $36 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 109% cheaper than airport locations in Smithfield.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Smithfield, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.