This 70.5-mile drive from Beverly, MA to Fall River, MA will take you about 1 hour and 37 minutes. It's a convenient day trip within the Northeast region, so you won't need to worry about an overnight stay. Expect to spend around $11 on fuel for this journey. The route primarily utilizes local roads with some highway segments, offering a varied driving experience. It's a straightforward trip that can be completed in a single day, making it an easy addition to your Massachusetts travels.
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
35.3 miles from Beverly, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Drive Character
This route is characterized as 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 26% of it on highways. You'll navigate through a mix of urban and suburban landscapes, with Amvets Highway, Southeast Expressway, and Tobin Bridge being the main arteries. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32.7 miles on Amvets Highway. Be prepared for frequent turns and changes in road type as you make your way south.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 41 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Amvets Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 70.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.3 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
8
13.9 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston
6
29.3 mi into trip|~46m in|I 93; US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1 toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode...
7
32.7 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
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66.1 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|MA 79 / Western Fall River Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 79 / Western Fall River Expressway toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beverly, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Somerset.
Boston
13.9 mi in|~24m
Somerset
66.1 mi in|~1h 30m|via MA 79
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Amvets Highway
32.7 mi
37m
Southeast Expressway
8 mi
10m
Tobin Bridge
5.8 mi
9m
Western Avenue
3.6 mi
6m
I 93
3.4 mi
4m
Western Fall River Expressway
3.4 mi
4m
Highland Avenue
2.4 mi
4m
Broadway
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 32.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beverly, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on this road
168 ft·12 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right
149 ft·12 sec
3
Turn right onto Charles Street
194 ft·13 sec·Charles Street
4
Turn right onto Sohier Road
364 ft·7 sec·Sohier Road
5
Turn slight right onto Colon Street
19 ft·0 sec·Colon Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Colon Street
164 ft·10 sec·Colon Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto MA 1A
1.1 mi·1 min·Rantoul Street
8
Continue on MA 1A
0.1 mi·11 sec·Cabot Street
9
Continue on MA 1A
0.4 mi·30 sec·Veterans Memorial Bridge
10
Continue on MA 107
0.7 mi·1 min·Sergeant James Ayube II Memorial Drive
11
Continue on MA 107
0.2 mi·35 sec·Bridge Street
12
Turn left onto Washington Street
356 ft·18 sec·Washington Street
13
Turn right onto Federal Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Federal Street
14
Turn slight right onto MA 114
36 ft·4 sec·North Street
15
Continue on MA 114
0.1 mi·21 sec·North Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Essex Street
0.5 mi·53 sec·Essex Street
17
Continue on MA 107
2.4 mi·4 min·Highland Avenue
18
Continue on MA 107
2.5 mi·4 min·Western Avenue
19
Enter roundabout onto MA 107
178 ft·2 sec·Western Avenue
20
Continue on MA 107
1.0 mi·2 min·Western Avenue
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on MA 107
1.7 mi·2 min·Salem Turnpike
22
Continue on MA 107
0.7 mi·1 min·Broadway
23
Turn slight right onto MA 60; MA 107
328 ft·11 sec·Albert J Brown Circle
24
Turn slight right onto MA 107
148 ft·5 sec·Broadway
25
Continue on MA 107
1.3 mi·2 min·Broadway
26
Turn right
0.2 mi·23 sec
27
Merge onto MA 16
0.3 mi·36 sec·Revere Beach Parkway
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, BostonUse the right lane.
29
Merge onto US 1
1.4 mi·1 min·Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Continue on US 1
5.8 mi·9 min·Tobin Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
8.0 mi·10 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1
3.4 mi·4 min·I 93; US 1
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
33
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the slight left / straight lanes.
34
Continue on MA 24
33 mi·37 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 79
3.4 mi·4 min·Western Fall River Expressway
Exit 7Toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
36
Turn left
0.1 mi·10 sec
37
Turn right onto Durfee Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Durfee Street
38
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.1 mi·34 sec·Bank Street
39
Turn right onto Purchase Street
361 ft·15 sec·Purchase Street
40
Continue on Purchase Street
269 ft·19 sec·Purchase Street
41
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility with this trip. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the heaviest commuter traffic, especially if you'll be using the Southeast Expressway. While there are no designated stops in the data, you'll find ample opportunities for fuel and rest along the way. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between the various main roads mentioned to ensure you stay on track for your 70.5-mile journey.
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 35.3 miles from Beverly, MA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 70.5 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.3 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fall River, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beverly, MA 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 Beverly, MA
This is one driving day of about 70.5 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beverly, MA.
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 Amvets Highway for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.3 mi from Beverly, MA
· 55m into the drive
The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Beverly, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fall River, MA
The final approach into Fall River, MA 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 Fall River, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 17
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 24.3
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 70.5
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.28 one way
$22.57 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$12.30
$24.61
premium
$4.82
$13.39
$26.77
diesel
$5.61
$15.57
$31.13
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Salem Turnpike
(1.7 mi)$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.2
0
$7.40
$3.38
Efficient EV
17.6
0
$6.17
$2.82
EV Truck/SUV
28.2
0
$9.87
$4.51
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Forecast data refreshed 5 hours ago
Origin
Beverly, MA
Night
in Beverly on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fall River, MA
Night
in Fall River on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Sunny
S 12 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
35 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.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 37m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beverly, MA to Fall River, MA covers 70.5 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amvets Highway, Southeast Expressway, Tobin Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.3 miles from Beverly, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.28 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 demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 70.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.3 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Beverly, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Somerset.
