Origin
Narragansett, RI
Evening in Narragansett on Tuesday
Local time
8:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Narragansett, RI to North Kingstown, RI
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Drive Time
14m
Distance
8.7 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
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6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Narragansett, RI
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North Kingstown, RI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Narragansett and North Kingstown, this 8.2-mile journey is as efficient as it gets. Expect to spend about 12 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your path primarily utilizes Boston Neck Road, Bridgetown Road, and Tower Hill Road to navigate between these two Rhode Island locales. With a minimal fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical drive for your weekend errands or local commute. Since both towns are situated within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent coastal atmosphere throughout the entire trip. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
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
4.4 miles from Narragansett, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Behind the wheel, you will find this path is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a cruise-control interstate experience. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't encounter any high-speed, multi-lane stretches on this journey. The route is characterized by constant navigation through local roads, meaning there is no long-distance uninterrupted stretch to settle into. You will be actively maneuvering through turns rather than dealing with the monotony of a highway grind. Navigating these local arteries provides a practical, hands-on driving experience that reflects the typical pace of Rhode Island’s coastal road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tower Hill Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near RI 1A / Boston Neck Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 1A / Boston Neck Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (US 1 / Tower Hill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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RI 1A / Boston Neck Road
Turn left onto RI 1A / Boston Neck Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road
Turn right onto US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 1 / Tower Hill Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 / Tower Hill Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
8.6 mi into trip
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~14m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
8.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tower Hill Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Boston Neck Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Bridgetown Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Bridge Point Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tower Hill Road
— 3.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Narragansett, RI and North Kingstown, RI.
1
Start on Bridge Point Drive
228 ft
·
15 sec
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Bridge Point Drive
2
Turn left onto RI 1A
3.3 mi
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5 min
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Boston Neck Road
3
Turn left onto Bridgetown Road
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Bridgetown Road
4
Turn right onto US 1; RI 138
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Tower Hill Road
Use the right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Tower Hill Road
6
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Tower Hill Road
7
Turn right
52 ft
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5 sec
8
Turn right
93 ft
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9 sec
9
Turn left
364 ft
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26 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this trip takes only 12 minutes to complete, you have complete flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing your day with long-distance stops, as the 8.2-mile distance is short enough to drive in one go without a break. Since there are no designated stops on this route, make sure to handle any necessary refueling before you head out, though the $1 estimated fuel cost makes it an easy trip to budget for. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Boston Neck, Bridgetown, and Tower Hill Roads, as the turn-heavy nature of the route means you will be making several adjustments in a short amount of time. Enjoy the freedom of such a quick, low-stress transition between these two towns.
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 4.4 miles from Narragansett, RI, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.9 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 8.7 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Kingstown, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Narragansett, 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 Narragansett, RI
This is one driving day of about 8.7 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Narragansett, 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.
The longest stretch is on Tower Hill Road for about 3.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.4 mi from Narragansett, RI · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.4 miles from Narragansett, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Kingstown, RI
The final approach into North Kingstown, 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 North Kingstown, 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
$1.40 one way
$2.80 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.67 | $3.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
North Kingstown, RI
Evening in North Kingstown on Tuesday
Local time
8:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
4 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
14m 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 Narragansett, RI to North Kingstown, RI covers 8.7 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tower Hill Road, Boston Neck Road, Bridgetown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.4 miles from Narragansett, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.40 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 is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 1A / Boston Neck Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 1; RI 138 / Tower Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (US 1 / Tower Hill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Narragansett, RI to North Kingstown, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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