Portsmouth, New Hampshire to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Portsmouth, New Hampshire from Providence?

The distance from Portsmouth, New Hampshire to Providence is 92.8 miles (149.3 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located SSW of Portsmouth, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 115.9 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Portsmouth, New Hampshire in New Hampshire and Providence in Rhode Island.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Providence. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.