Origin
Jamestown, RI
Night in Jamestown on Tuesday
Local time
10:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
30°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
20m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamestown, RI
Brent Singleton
Kingston, RI
Nino Sanger
Trip Overview
Spanning just 13.9 miles, this short trek from Jamestown to Kingston is a quick transition across Rhode Island. You can easily complete the trip in about 20 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel cost estimate of only $2, it is a budget-friendly way to move between these two Northeast locations. You will primarily navigate via Conanicus Avenue, East Shore Road, and RI 138 West. Given the brief duration, this route is straightforward and ideal if you are looking for a simple, efficient connection between the two towns.
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
7 miles from Jamestown, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed highway experience, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will spend your time on local roads, meaning there are no long, monotonous stretches of interstate to contend with. The longest segment you will encounter is a 0-mile stretch on Conanicus Avenue, emphasizing the frequent turns required to navigate this path. Because the entire 13.9-mile journey stays off the highway, you should be prepared for a more engaged, hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Conanicus Avenue 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI is easy. At 20m 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 Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Conanicus Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Shore Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| RI 138 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mooresfield Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kingstown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old North Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Conanicus Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown, RI and Kingston, RI.
1
Start on Knowles Court
59 ft
·
8 sec
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Knowles Court
2
Turn left onto Conanicus Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Conanicus Avenue
3
Turn right onto East Shore Road
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Shore Road
4
Take the ramp left toward RI 138 West
525 ft
·
13 sec
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RI 138 West
5
Merge slight left
8.7 mi
·
13 min
6
Turn right onto Mooresfield Road
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Mooresfield Road
7
Continue on Kingstown Road
479 ft
·
20 sec
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Kingstown Road
8
Turn right onto Old North Road
157 ft
·
4 sec
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Old North Road
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short 20-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without a break. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from Conanicus Avenue to East Shore Road and finally RI 138 West. Filling up your tank for just $2 worth of fuel is likely unnecessary unless your gauge is already near empty, so prioritize a smooth, steady pace through the turns instead.
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 7 miles from Jamestown, RI, or about 10m into the drive.
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 13.9 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingston, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jamestown, RI 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 Jamestown, RI
This is one driving day of about 13.9 miles and 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jamestown, RI.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7 mi from Jamestown, RI · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7 miles from Jamestown, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingston, RI
The final approach into Kingston, RI 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 Kingston, RI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.24 one way
$4.48 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.46 | $4.92 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Kingston, RI
Night in Kingston on Tuesday
Local time
10:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
7 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.
Temperature spread
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
20m 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 Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI covers 13.9 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Conanicus Avenue, East Shore Road, RI 138 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7 miles from Jamestown, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.24 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 Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI is easy. At 20m 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 Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jamestown, RI to Kingston, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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