Origin
Cranston, RI
Late night in Cranston on Wednesday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cranston, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.5 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cranston, RI
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Hopkins Mills, RI
Tim Dusenberry
Trip Overview
The drive from Cranston, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI covers 16.5 miles and takes about 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Grand Army Highway, Hartford Avenue, Atwood Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.8 miles on Grand Army Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.66 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
8.2 miles from Cranston, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 24m drive with frequent turns across 16.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand Army Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.8 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near RI 12 / Park Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cranston, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 12 / Park Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.9 miles (RI 5 / Atwood Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (US 6A / Hartford Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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RI 12 / Park Avenue
Turn sharp right onto RI 12 / Park Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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RI 5 / Atwood Avenue
Turn right onto RI 5 / Atwood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
5.5 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 6A / Hartford Avenue
Turn left onto US 6A / Hartford Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Army Highway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Hartford Avenue | 4 mi | 5m |
| Atwood Avenue | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Hartford Pike | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Park Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Phenix Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Old Danielson Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Grand Army Highway
— 4.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cranston, RI and Hopkins Mills, RI.
1
Start on this road
54 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Turn sharp right onto RI 12
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Park Avenue
3
Continue on RI 12
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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Phenix Avenue
4
Turn right onto RI 5
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Atwood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto US 6A
4.0 mi
·
5 min
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Hartford Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 6
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Hartford Pike
7
Continue on US 6
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Grand Army Highway
8
Turn slight right onto Old Danielson Pike
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
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Old Danielson Pike
9
Arrive at destination
Old Danielson Pike
Trip Plan
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 8.2 miles from Cranston, RI, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.8 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 16.5 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopkins Mills, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cranston, 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 Cranston, RI
This is one driving day of about 16.5 miles and 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cranston, 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 Grand Army Highway for about 4.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Cranston, RI · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Cranston, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hopkins Mills, RI
The final approach into Hopkins Mills, 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 Hopkins Mills, 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
$2.66 one way
$5.31 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.92 | $5.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Hopkins Mills, RI
Late night in Hopkins Mills on Wednesday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
8 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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
24m 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 Cranston, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI covers 16.5 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand Army Highway, Hartford Avenue, Atwood Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 miles from Cranston, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.66 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 Cranston, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 12 / Park Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.9 miles (RI 5 / Atwood Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (US 6A / Hartford Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cranston, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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