Origin
Jamaica Plain, MA
Afternoon in Jamaica Plain on Thursday
Local time
1:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
47.2 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
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 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamaica Plain, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA covers 47.2 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 Centre Street, Arborway, South Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.55 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: 47.2 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 (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 6m drive with frequent turns across 47.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Centre Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 6m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Centre Street | — | — |
| Arborway | — | — |
| South Street | — | — |
| Morton Street | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Adams Street | — | — |
| Randolph Avenue | — | — |
| I 93 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Centre Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica Plain, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Orchard Street
312 ft
·
14 sec
·
Orchard Street
2
Turn right onto Centre Street
16 ft
·
7 sec
·
Centre Street
3
Turn left onto Arborway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Arborway
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Street
144 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Street
5
Turn left onto Arborway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Arborway
6
Continue on Morton Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Morton Street
7
Continue on Morton Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Morton Street
8
Turn slight right onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Washington Street
9
Turn right onto Adams Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Adams Street
10
Turn right onto Randolph Avenue
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
Randolph Avenue
11
Continue on Randolph Avenue
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Randolph Avenue
12
Take the ramp slight right toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Canton
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 93 South, US 1 South: Canton
13
Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Yankee Division Highway
14
Take the exit slight left toward MA 24 South: Fall River
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 24 South: Fall River
15
Continue on Amvets Highway
33 mi
·
37 min
·
Amvets Highway
16
Keep slight right to continue on Western Fall River Expressway
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Fall River Expressway
17
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
18
Turn right onto Durfee Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Durfee Street
19
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bank Street
20
Turn right onto Purchase Street
361 ft
·
16 sec
·
Purchase Street
21
Continue on Purchase Street
269 ft
·
20 sec
·
Purchase Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.6 mi from Jamaica Plain, MA · 33m 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Jamaica Plain, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.55 one way
$15.11 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 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 | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
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
Fall River, MA
Afternoon in Fall River on Thursday
Local time
1:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
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 Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA covers 47.2 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 Centre Street, Arborway, South Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.6 miles from Jamaica Plain, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.55 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.
The drive from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 6m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jamaica Plain, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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