Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medway, MA
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The drive from Fall River, MA to Medway, MA covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, Amvets Highway, Davol Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.8 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.67 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
The drive from Fall River, MA to Medway, MA covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 4.4 miles (MA 24; MA 79 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto MA 24; MA 79 / Amvets Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Marlboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward King Street, Franklin, Woonsocket Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward King Street, Franklin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fall River, MA and Medway, MA, road signs point toward Franklin and Woonsocket Rhode Island.
Franklin
Woonsocket Rhode Island
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Amvets Highway | 15 mi | 17m |
| Davol Street | 4 mi | 5m |
| Lincoln Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| King Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Summer Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Central Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fall River, MA and Medway, MA.
Start on Purchase Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Turn left onto Bedford Street
Continue on Central Street
Turn right onto MA 79; MA 138
Merge onto MA 24; MA 79
Take the exit
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto King Street
Turn left onto Summer Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 140
Turn slight right onto Main Street
Continue on Lincoln Street
Continue on Sanford Street
At end of road, turn right onto Village Street
Turn left onto Barber Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Fall River, MA · 29m 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Fall River, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Medway, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.67 one way
$15.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 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 | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Fall River on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Medway on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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