Origin
Barrington, RI
Evening in Barrington on Tuesday
Local time
8:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
34m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barrington, RI
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Woonsocket, RI
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Trip Overview
Connecting Barrington to Woonsocket, this 24.9-mile journey across Rhode Island is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 34 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the entire distance. Navigating through the Northeast, the route relies on local infrastructure rather than long-haul interstates. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from the coast to the northern interior efficiently. Whether you are heading out for business or visiting family, this brief trip offers a direct path between the two municipalities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.5 miles from Barrington, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will spend your time navigating a series of connector roads, specifically utilizing the Wampanoag Trail, the East Shore Expressway, and the East Providence Expressway. With a highway share of 0%, the experience is defined by local traffic patterns and frequent turns as you transition between urban and suburban pockets. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches, the road keeps you engaged with constant changes in direction. It is a functional route that demands your attention at intersections as you weave through the Rhode Island landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wampanoag Trail is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wampanoag Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Shore Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Providence Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Iway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| RI 146 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Louisquisset Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eddie Dowling Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Wampanoag Trail
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barrington, RI and Woonsocket, RI.
1
Start on County Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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County Road
2
Continue on Wampanoag Trail
3.3 mi
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5 min
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Wampanoag Trail
3
Keep slight left to continue on East Shore Expressway
1.9 mi
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2 min
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East Shore Expressway
4
Merge slight left onto East Providence Expressway
1.6 mi
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2 min
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East Providence Expressway
5
Continue on Iway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Iway
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North, US 6 West: Boston Massachusetts
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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I 95 North, US 6 West: Boston Massachusetts
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 6 West: Boston Massachusetts
1.0 mi
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1 min
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I 95 North, US 6 West: Boston Massachusetts
8
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
9
Keep slight right to continue on RI 146 North: State Offices
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
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RI 146 North: State Offices
10
Continue on Old Louisquisset Pike
3.0 mi
·
3 min
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Old Louisquisset Pike
11
Continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
4.7 mi
·
5 min
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Eddie Dowling Highway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
2.8 mi
·
2 min
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Eddie Dowling Highway
13
Take the exit straight toward RI 146A North: North Smithfield, Woonsocket
1.4 mi
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2 min
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RI 146A North: North Smithfield, Woonsocket
14
Turn right onto Park Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Park Avenue
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hamlet Avenue
417 ft
·
7 sec
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Hamlet Avenue
16
Continue on Court Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Court Street
17
Continue on High Street
502 ft
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15 sec
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High Street
18
Turn left
276 ft
·
20 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 34-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always wise for smoother navigation. You will not need to plan for formal stops along the way given the short 24.9-mile distance. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent stops and turns rather than high-speed cruising. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert for transitions between the major local expressways, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes missing an exit easy if you aren't watching your navigation closely. Enjoy the ease of a short drive that allows you to reach your destination in well under an hour.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12.5 miles from Barrington, RI, or about 17m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24.9 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.5 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woonsocket, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barrington, RI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barrington, RI
This is one driving day of about 24.9 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barrington, RI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Barrington, RI · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.5 miles from Barrington, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woonsocket, RI
The final approach into Woonsocket, RI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Woonsocket, RI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.01 one way
$8.02 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.77 | $9.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Woonsocket, RI
Evening in Woonsocket on Tuesday
Local time
8:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
12 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
34m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI covers 24.9 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wampanoag Trail, East Shore Expressway, East Providence Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 miles from Barrington, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Barrington, RI to Woonsocket, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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