Origin
Barrington, RI
Late night in Barrington on Wednesday
Local time
12:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Barrington, RI to Portsmouth, RI
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
18m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
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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Portsmouth, RI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward transit through Rhode Island, this 11.6-mile connection between Barrington and Portsmouth is an ideal choice. The drive typically takes about 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You won’t need to worry about complex logistics or overnight stays, as the entire trip is easily managed in one go. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route for your commute or local travel plans. Both the origin and destination are situated within the Northeast, keeping your journey confined to a familiar regional landscape. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complications.
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
5.8 miles from Barrington, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate via Hope Street, North Main Street, and East Main Road, which keeps the pace steady but localized. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.8-mile segment along Hope Street, requiring your full attention as you transition between these suburban thoroughfares. Because the route consists entirely of local roads, you should prepare for a driving experience defined by frequent intersections and turns. This is a rhythmic, hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local road network for the duration of the 18-minute trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hope Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.9 miles in near Boyds Lane.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles (Boyds Lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.5 miles (Freeborn Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8.9 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Boyds Lane
Keep slight left at fork onto Boyds Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
11.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Freeborn Street
Turn right onto Freeborn Street
Navigation decision point
4
11.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East Main Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| County Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Mount Hope Bridge | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Ferry Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Boyds Lane | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Freeborn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hope Street
— 3.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barrington, RI and Portsmouth, RI.
1
Start on RI 103; RI 114
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road
2
Continue on RI 103; RI 114
1.9 mi
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2 min
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North Main Street
3
Continue on RI 114
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Hope Street
4
Continue on RI 114
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Hope Street
5
Continue on RI 114
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ferry Road
6
Continue on RI 114
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Mount Hope Bridge
7
Keep slight left at fork onto Boyds Lane
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Boyds Lane
8
Turn slight right onto RI 138
1.8 mi
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2 min
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East Main Road
9
Turn right onto Freeborn Street
430 ft
·
20 sec
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Freeborn Street
10
Turn right
84 ft
·
6 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 11.6-mile trip with zero planned stops, you have maximum flexibility to choose your departure time based on local traffic patterns. You won't need to stress about pacing or meal breaks, allowing you to focus entirely on the navigation through the various local streets. Keep in mind that because the route relies on smaller roads rather than highways, your travel time may fluctuate slightly depending on the density of local traffic. Given the minimal fuel cost of $2, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Barrington and arrive in Portsmouth with plenty of range to spare. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to avoid peak congestion hours on the primary local roads.
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 5.8 miles from Barrington, RI, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 miles.
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 11.6 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portsmouth, 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 11.6 miles and 18m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Hope Street for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Barrington, RI · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Barrington, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Portsmouth, RI
The final approach into Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, 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
$1.87 one way
$3.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Portsmouth, RI
Late night in Portsmouth on Wednesday
Local time
12:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
6 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
18m 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 Portsmouth, RI covers 11.6 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hope Street, North Main Street, East Main Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.8 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 $1.87 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.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles (Boyds Lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.5 miles (Freeborn Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Barrington, RI to Portsmouth, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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