Road trip from NYC
NYC to Newport, RI
Gilded-Age mansions and seaside charm in Rhode Island.
~3.5 hours · ~180 miles from New York City
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Newport, Rhode Island is a postcard New England seaside town — Gilded-Age mansions, the Cliff Walk, sailing and seafood, about 3.5 hours from NYC. A car gets you there and lets you explore the coast and nearby towns.
Trip highlights
- The Breakers and Bellevue Avenue mansions
- The Cliff Walk and harbor
- Sailing, beaches and seafood
- Easy long-weekend trip from the city
Driving tips
Stop in Mystic on the way
Mystic, CT sits right on the route and makes a perfect lunch or overnight stop to break up the drive.
NYC to Newport, RI FAQs
About 3.5 hours and 180 miles. It's an easy long-weekend trip, and you can stop in Mystic, CT along the way.
Renting a car for the trip
Compare deals for your dates in the search below. For longer hauls, consider an SUV or full-size car, and if you're flying back rather than returning to the city, check out a one-way rental.