Origin
Hanson, MA
Night in Hanson on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hanson, MA to Fall River, MA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hanson, MA
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Trip Overview
This 34.3-mile drive from Hanson, MA to Fall River, MA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $5, it's a budget-friendly option for a day trip within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes Amvets Highway and the Western Fall River Expressway, with a short section on Pleasant Street. Given its short duration and minimal highway percentage, this drive is ideal for a single day, offering a convenient connection between two Massachusetts towns. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this journey.
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
17.2 miles from Hanson, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only about 10% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.3 miles along Amvets Highway. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads and intersections for much of the trip. The character of the drive shifts as you move from Amvets Highway onto the Western Fall River Expressway and then into Fall River via Pleasant Street, requiring constant attention to navigation and traffic.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Amvets Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near Washington Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 3.6 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (Harvard Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (MA 24 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Washington Street
At end of road, turn left onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Harvard Street
At end of road, turn left onto Harvard Street
Navigation decision point
5
13.7 mi into trip
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~27m in
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MA 24 / Amvets Highway
Merge onto MA 24 / Amvets Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
30 mi into trip
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~46m in
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MA 79 / Western Fall River Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 79 / Western Fall River Expressway toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
5
34.2 mi into trip
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~52m in
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Purchase Street
Turn right onto Purchase Street
Navigation decision point
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 Hanson, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerset along the way.
Somerset
30 mi in
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~46m
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via MA 79
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 16.3 mi | 18m |
| Western Fall River Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Pleasant Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| North Bedford Street | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| West Washington Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Broad Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Oak Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Harvard Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 16.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hanson, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on MA 58
84 ft
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1 sec
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Liberty Street
2
Continue on MA 58
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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East Washington Street
3
Continue on West Washington Street
1.2 mi
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2 min
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West Washington Street
4
Continue on MA 14
0.9 mi
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2 min
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West Washington Street
5
Continue on MA 14
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Oak Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
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21 sec
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Washington Street
7
Turn right onto Pine Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Pine Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto Harvard Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Harvard Street
9
Continue on Highland Street
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Highland Street
10
Turn left onto MA 18
3.1 mi
·
5 min
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North Bedford Street
11
Continue on MA 18
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Broad Street
12
Continue on MA 18; MA 28; MA 104
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
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Central Square
13
Continue on MA 104
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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South Street
14
Turn right onto MA 104
3.2 mi
·
6 min
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Pleasant Street
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward MA 24 South: Taunton
16
Merge onto MA 24
16 mi
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18 min
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Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 79
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Fall River Expressway
Exit 7
Toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
18
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
19
Turn right onto Durfee Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Durfee Street
20
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Bank Street
21
Turn right onto Purchase Street
361 ft
·
15 sec
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Purchase Street
22
Continue on Purchase Street
269 ft
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19 sec
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Purchase Street
23
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
With a total travel time of under an hour, this is a flexible trip. You can depart at almost any time of day without needing to break it up. Consider leaving mid-morning or early afternoon to avoid the busiest local traffic. Since the longest stretch on a single road is 16.3 miles, you won't need to plan for formal rest stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Fall River, as the estimated fuel cost is $5. A good tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the specific turns on Pleasant Street as you enter Fall River, as this section can be particularly busy.
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 17.2 miles from Hanson, MA, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.3 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 34.3 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 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 Hanson, 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 Hanson, MA
This is one driving day of about 34.3 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hanson, 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 Amvets Highway for about 16.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Hanson, MA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Hanson, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fall River, MA
The final approach into Fall River, 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 Fall River, 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
$5.49 one way
$10.98 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.99 | $11.97 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Fall River, MA
Night in Fall River on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
17 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
53m 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 Hanson, MA to Fall River, MA covers 34.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amvets Highway, Western Fall River Expressway, Pleasant Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Hanson, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.49 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 34.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 3.6 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (Harvard Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (MA 24 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hanson, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerset along the way.
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