East Longmeadow to Fall River is 100.6 miles and takes about 2h 10m via Massachusetts Turnpike and East Providence Expressway, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the Northeast region, staying within Massachusetts for its entirety. Given its highway-focused profile and relatively short duration, it's a straightforward drive suited for a single day. You can expect a consistent driving experience for most of the journey, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
38.3 mi
44m
East Providence Expressway
13.5 mi
16m
Providence Pike
7.7 mi
8m
Eddie Dowling Highway
7.5 mi
8m
Worcester Providence Turnpike
7 mi
8m
North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi
6m
Parker Street
3.8 mi
6m
US 6
3.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 38.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Longmeadow, MA and Fall River, MA.
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Start on MA 83
53 ft·9 sec·Pleasant Street
2
Turn sharp left onto MA 83
119 ft·2 sec·Somers Road
3
Enter roundabout onto MA 83
27 ft·0 sec·North Main Street
4
Continue on MA 83
37 ft·0 sec·North Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto Elm Street
1.5 mi·2 min·Elm Street
6
Continue on Cooley Street
1.3 mi·3 min·Cooley Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Continue on Parker Street
3.8 mi·6 min·Parker Street
8
Continue on MA 21
442 ft·18 sec·Main Street
9
Turn left onto MA 21
0.1 mi·25 sec·Ludlow Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto MA 21
1.0 mi·2 min·Center Street
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
Use the right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 90
38 mi·44 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 94Toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
15
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·33 sec·this road
Toward MA 146, US 20
16
Turn right
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward MA 146
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward MA 146 South
18
Merge onto MA 122A; MA 146
1.6 mi·2 min·Worcester-Providence Turnpike
19
Continue on MA 146
0.9 mi·1 min·Purple Heart Highway
20
Continue on MA 146
7.0 mi·8 min·Worcester Providence Turnpike
21
Continue on MA 146
0.3 mi·22 sec·Purple Heart Highway
22
Continue on MA 146
7.7 mi·8 min·Providence Pike
23
Continue on MA 146
0.2 mi·15 sec·Purple Heart Highway
24
Continue on RI 146
5.7 mi·6 min·North Smithfield Expressway
25
Continue on RI 146
7.5 mi·8 min·Eddie Dowling Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on RI 146
2.9 mi·3 min·Old Louisquisset Pike
27
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi·1 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit onto US 6
3.3 mi·5 min·US 6
Exit 36AToward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape CodUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6
13 mi·16 min·East Providence Expressway
Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MAUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 12-13Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
31
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft·12 sec
Exit 12Toward Downtown Fall RiverUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi·14 sec·Hartwell Street
33
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi·21 sec·Troy Street
34
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Bedford Street
35
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft·19 sec·Purchase Street
36
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
For this 100.6-mile drive taking roughly 2 hours and 10 minutes, you can easily complete it in a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to avoid heavier traffic, especially if you encounter any during your 70% highway travel. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's a budget-friendly trip. The longest stretch is 38.3 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike, so plan for a potential fuel stop before or after that segment if needed. Since it's a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience.
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 50.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 22 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.3 miles or 1h 7m 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 45m
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 East Longmeadow, 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 East Longmeadow, MA
This is one driving day of about 100.6 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from East Longmeadow, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 100 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|MA 83 / Somers Road
Turn sharp left onto MA 83 / Somers Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
6.9 mi into trip|~13m in|MA 21 / Center Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 21 / Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence,...
8
86.4 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
9
100 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Fall River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Downtown Fall River
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.10 one way
$32.20 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$17.56
$35.11
premium
$4.82
$19.10
$38.20
diesel
$5.61
$22.21
$44.42
Estimated Tolls: $2.90
Massachusetts Turnpike
(38.3 mi)$2.30
Worcester Providence Turnpike
(7 mi)$0.49
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
(1.6 mi)$0.11
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
$16
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.2
0
$10.56
$4.83
Efficient EV
25.2
0
$8.80
$4.02
EV Truck/SUV
40.2
0
$14.08
$6.44
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
East Longmeadow, MA
Afternoon
in East Longmeadow on Saturday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fall River, MA
Afternoon
in Fall River on Saturday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
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
2h 10m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
"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 100.6
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...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 48.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with about 70% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Massachusetts Turnpike and then transition to the East Providence Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.3 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering a chance for steady progress. While the main roads are highways, you will also encounter stretches on Providence Pike, which may offer a slight change of pace before returning to expressway driving.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and East Providence Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 83 / Somers Road.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 100.6 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 (MA 83 / Somers Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.9 miles (MA 21 / Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.1 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between East Longmeadow, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Providence, Cape Cod and Seekonk.
In the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts, where the Taunton River empties into Mount Hope Bay, stands Fall River- the "Spindle City". Not to be overshadowed by nearby Boston and Providence, Fall River offers visitors unique attractions that are absent from its two larger neighbors. Fall River is famous for Battleship Cove, the largest museum of its kind in the world; a rich Portuguese-American culture, featuring authentic food; and the accused axe murderess Lizzie Borden.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 100.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from East Longmeadow, MA to Fall River, MA covers 100.6 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, East Providence Expressway, Providence Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.10 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 19 significant decision points across 100.6 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 (MA 83 / Somers Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.9 miles (MA 21 / Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.1 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Longmeadow, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Providence, Cape Cod and Seekonk.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
