Origin
East Providence, RI
Late night in East Providence on Wednesday
Local time
5:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Providence, RI to Barrington, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
11m
Distance
7.3 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
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6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 11m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Providence, RI
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Barrington, RI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition within the Northeast, the 7.3-mile trip from East Providence to Barrington is a straightforward local commute. Clocking in at just 11 minutes, this journey is easily completed in a single day and requires no overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $1 on fuel, making it an incredibly economical way to navigate between these two Rhode Island towns. Because the entire route relies on local roads rather than interstates, you will stay off the highway system entirely. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a simple connection between points in the region.
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
3.7 miles from East Providence, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate grind. With 0% highway share, your path takes you along Pawtucket Avenue, Veterans Memorial Parkway, and Bullocks Point Avenue. Since this is a short, localized trip, there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road to worry about. You will navigate a variety of town roads that demand your full attention, providing a distinct contrast to high-speed travel. The route feels intimate and functional, prioritizing local accessibility over long-distance cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2.3 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 0.6 miles in near RI 103; RI 114 / Pawtucket Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (RI 103; RI 114 / Pawtucket Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (RI 103 / Veterans Memorial Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (RI 103 / Willett Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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RI 103; RI 114 / Pawtucket Avenue
Turn right onto RI 103; RI 114 / Pawtucket Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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RI 103 / Veterans Memorial Parkway
Turn left onto RI 103 / Veterans Memorial Parkway
Navigation decision point
3
3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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RI 103 / Willett Avenue
Turn left onto RI 103 / Willett Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
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RI 103 / Crescent View Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 103 / Crescent View Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
5.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
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RI 103 / County Road
Enter roundabout onto RI 103 / County Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Pawtucket Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Willett Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Warren Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bullocks Point Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Park Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Veterans Memorial Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Crescent View Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
County Road
— 2.3 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Providence, RI and Barrington, RI.
1
Start on RI 103
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Warren Avenue
2
Turn right onto RI 103; RI 114
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pawtucket Avenue
3
Turn left onto RI 103
336 ft
·
5 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Parkway
4
Turn straight onto RI 103
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pawtucket Avenue
5
Continue on RI 103
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bullocks Point Avenue
6
Turn left onto RI 103
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Willett Avenue
7
Continue on RI 103
458 ft
·
7 sec
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Park Drive
8
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 103
300 ft
·
5 sec
·
Crescent View Avenue
9
Continue on RI 103
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Willett Avenue
10
Continue on RI 103
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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County Road
11
Enter roundabout onto RI 103
466 ft
·
7 sec
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County Road
12
Continue on RI 103
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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County Road
13
Arrive at destination
RI 103; RI 114
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 11-minute jaunt, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time, as there are no long stretches requiring endurance or mid-trip rest stops. You won't need to plan for fuel refills or extra breaks, allowing you to focus entirely on the navigation of local turns. To ensure a smooth experience, keep a close eye on your GPS as you transition between the three main thoroughfares. Making the drive during off-peak hours can help you avoid potential local traffic congestion on these smaller arteries. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival in Barrington with precision.
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 3.7 miles from East Providence, RI, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.3 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 7.3 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.7 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrington, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Providence, 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 East Providence, RI
This is one driving day of about 7.3 miles and 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Providence, 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 County Road for about 2.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.7 mi from East Providence, RI · 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.7 miles from East Providence, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barrington, RI
The final approach into Barrington, 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 Barrington, 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
$1.18 one way
$2.35 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.29 | $2.59 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.61 | $3.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.77 | $0.35 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.64 | $0.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Barrington, RI
Late night in Barrington on Wednesday
Local time
5:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
4 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
11m 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 East Providence, RI to Barrington, RI covers 7.3 miles and takes about 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Road, Pawtucket Avenue, Willett Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.7 miles from East Providence, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.18 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 11m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (RI 103; RI 114 / Pawtucket Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (RI 103 / Veterans Memorial Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (RI 103 / Willett Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from East Providence, RI to Barrington, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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