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Drive Time
43m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Charlestown, RI
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West Warwick, RI
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The drive from Charlestown, RI to West Warwick, RI covers 28 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, RI 112, South County Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.6 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
14 miles from Charlestown, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
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This is a 43m highway drive covering 28 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and RI 112. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.6 miles on I 95.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and RI 112. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 28 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 11.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Coventry, West Warwick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto New London Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto RI 3 / Tiogue Avenue
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Charlestown, RI and West Warwick, RI, road signs point toward Coventry and Warwick.
Coventry
Warwick
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| RI 112 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| South County Trail | 3 mi | 4m |
| New London Turnpike | 2 mi | 4m |
| Kingstown Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Post Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Post Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Charlestown, RI and West Warwick, RI.
Start on RI 1A
Turn right
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1
Take the exit
Merge onto US 1
Take the exit
Turn straight onto RI 2; RI 112
Turn left onto RI 112
Turn slight left
Turn straight onto RI 138
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto New London Turnpike
At end of road, turn right onto RI 3
Continue on RI 3
Continue on Main Street
Continue on Main Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 28 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Warwick, RI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Charlestown, RI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Charlestown, RI
This is one driving day of about 28 miles and 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14 mi from Charlestown, RI · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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.
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14 miles from Charlestown, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into West Warwick, 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 West Warwick, RI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.51 one way
$9.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.36 | $10.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
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
$5
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Charlestown on Wednesday
Local time
1:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in West Warwick on Wednesday
Local time
1:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
14 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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