Origin
Fall River, MA
Afternoon in Fall River on Thursday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Trip from Fall River, MA to Forestdale, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
48.9 mi
79 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forestdale, MA
Italo Melo
Trip Overview
The drive from Fall River, MA to Forestdale, MA covers 48.9 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 195, MA 25, Forestdale Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.7 miles on I 195. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 48.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 48.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 195 and MA 25. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.7 miles on I 195.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 195 and MA 25. 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.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.9 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 2.4 miles (I 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Sullivan Drive
Turn left onto Sullivan Drive
Navigation decision point
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 195
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
27.7 mi into trip
|
~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
6
45.5 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward MA 130: Sandwich, Mashpee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59
Toward MA 130: Sandwich, Mashpee
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fall River, MA to Forestdale, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Mashpee along the way.
Mashpee
45.5 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 195 | 26.7 mi | 32m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Forestdale Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| 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 Forestdale, 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
·
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 straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 195
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 195
Use the straight / slight left 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
·
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
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 59
Toward MA 130: Sandwich, Mashpee
21
Keep slight right at fork
153 ft
·
4 sec
22
Turn straight onto MA 130
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Forestdale Road
23
Arrive at destination
MA 130
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.5 mi from Fall River, MA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Fall River, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forestdale, MA
The final approach into Forestdale, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.83 one way
$15.65 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.53 | $17.07 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.29 | $18.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Forestdale, MA
Afternoon in Forestdale on Thursday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 6m 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 Forestdale, MA covers 48.9 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 195, MA 25, Forestdale Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.5 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 $7.83 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.9 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 2.4 miles (I 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fall River, MA to Forestdale, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Mashpee along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Cape Cod National Seashore.
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