Origin
Fall River, MA
Evening in Fall River on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Fall River, MA to East Dennis, MA
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
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6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Dennis, MA
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
Traveling from Fall River to East Dennis covers a 68.2-mile stretch across Massachusetts, typically taking about 1 hour and 33 minutes. This trip is best suited for a quick day excursion, as it is easily manageable in a single outing without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the journey. Navigating this route requires you to transition across I-195, MA-25, and the Mid-Cape Highway. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the drive. It is a straightforward transit that connects the mainland to the Cape, making it a functional choice for those looking to reach their destination efficiently.
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
34.1 miles from Fall River, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive features a mixed profile that balances high-speed interstate travel with regional highway transit. With a 54% highway share, you will spend a significant portion of your time maintaining a steady pace on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during your 26.7-mile run on I-195, which serves as the primary backbone of the initial leg. As you transition onto the Mid-Cape Highway, the character of the road shifts, demanding more focused attention as you move toward your coastal destination. Expect a blend of fast-moving traffic and standard highway conditions that keep the drive feeling varied rather than monotonous.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 195 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 68.2 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 (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Sullivan Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Borden Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Sullivan Drive
Turn left onto Sullivan Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Borden Street
Turn left onto Borden Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 195
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
6
27.7 mi into trip
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~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 25 East: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 40A
Toward MA 25 East: Cape Cod
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 195 | 26.7 mi | 32m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 22.3 mi | 30m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| East West Dennis Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Sandwich Road Connector | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| MA 28 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mid-Cape Connector | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hartwell Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 195
— 26.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fall River, MA and East Dennis, MA.
1
Start on Purchase Street
46 ft
·
5 sec
·
Purchase Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
179 ft
·
31 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on South Main Street
333 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Turn left onto Sullivan Drive
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Sullivan Drive
5
Turn left onto Borden Street
252 ft
·
5 sec
·
Borden Street
6
Turn slight right onto Hartwell Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hartwell Street
7
Turn left onto Rodman Street
438 ft
·
9 sec
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Rodman Street
8
Turn left onto MA 81
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Plymouth Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 195 East: New Bedford, Cape Cod
10
Merge onto I 195
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 195
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 195
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 40A
Toward MA 25 East: Cape Cod
13
Merge onto MA 25
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 25
14
Continue on MA 28
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 28
15
Enter roundabout onto Sandwich Road Connector
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Sandwich Road Connector
16
Continue on Sandwich Road Connector
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Sandwich Road Connector
17
Turn right onto Mid-Cape Connector
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Mid-Cape Connector
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
19
Merge onto US 6
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
Use the none / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 78B
Toward MA 134 North: Dennis
21
Turn straight onto MA 134
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
East West Dennis Road
Use the none lane.
22
Turn left onto MA 6A
135 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cranberry Highway
23
Turn left
49 ft
·
3 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the major highways that make up nearly half of your journey. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the entire 68.2-mile distance in one sitting. However, keep in mind that the transition from I-195 to MA-25 is a critical junction where you should pay close attention to signage. Fueling up in Fall River before you depart is a smart way to ensure you stay within your $11 budget without needing to hunt for stations once you hit the more tourist-heavy zones of the Cape.
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 34.1 miles from Fall River, MA, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.7 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 68.2 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 42m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Dennis, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fall River, 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 Fall River, MA
This is one driving day of about 68.2 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fall River, 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 I 195 for about 26.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Fall River, MA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Fall River, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Dennis, MA
The final approach into East Dennis, 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 East Dennis, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.86 one way
$21.71 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.81 | $23.61 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.89 | $25.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
East Dennis, MA
Evening in East Dennis on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 33m 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 Fall River, MA to East Dennis, MA covers 68.2 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 195, Mid Cape Highway, MA 25. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.1 miles from Fall River, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.86 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 68.2 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 (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Sullivan Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Borden Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fall River, MA to East Dennis, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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