Origin
North Kingstown, RI
Evening in North Kingstown on Tuesday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from North Kingstown, RI to Cumberland, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Kingstown, RI
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Cumberland, RI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from North Kingstown to Cumberland, you can expect a quick 36.4-mile journey that typically takes about 40 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making this a very cost-effective commute within Rhode Island. Since both ends of the trip are located in the Northeast, you will remain within the same familiar regional landscape the entire time. It is an straightforward transit that works well for a flexible schedule, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the need for complex planning.
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
18.3 miles from North Kingstown, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate via Tower Hill Road, West Allenton Road, and Col Rodman Highway, which means your focus will be on local maneuvering rather than high-speed highway driving. In fact, this route features a 0% highway share, placing you entirely on surface streets for the duration of the 36.4-mile trip. Because the drive is localized and winding, you will find yourself navigating constant shifts in direction instead of long, uninterrupted stretches. It offers a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Col Rodman Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 36.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
10.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
8
12.9 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
7
33.5 mi into trip
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~41m in
Take the exit toward RI 122: Cumberland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 20
Toward RI 122: Cumberland
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 20.6 mi | 23m |
| Col Rodman Highway | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| I 95 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Mendon Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Pound Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Allenton Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Tower Hill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 20.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Kingstown, RI and Cumberland, RI.
1
Start on this road
364 ft
·
27 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right
93 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn left
52 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Tower Hill Road
5
Turn right onto West Allenton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Allenton Road
6
Turn right onto RI 4
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Col Rodman Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
21 mi
·
23 min
·
I 295
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 20
Toward RI 122: Cumberland
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto RI 122
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Mendon Road
11
Turn right onto Pound Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pound Road
12
Turn right
299 ft
·
22 sec
13
Turn slight left
101 ft
·
11 sec
14
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 40-minute drive, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or meal breaks since the entire journey covers less than 40 miles. Keep in mind that since the route is entirely comprised of local roads, traffic patterns on Tower Hill Road and Col Rodman Highway will dictate your travel time more than any other factor. If you want to avoid potential congestion, try to time your departure outside of peak local commuting hours. Keep that $6 fuel budget in mind when you head out, and remember that staying alert for frequent turns is the best way to handle this specific road profile.
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 18.3 miles from North Kingstown, RI, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.6 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 36.6 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.3 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cumberland, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Kingstown, 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 North Kingstown, RI
This is one driving day of about 36.6 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Kingstown, 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 I 295 for about 20.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from North Kingstown, RI · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from North Kingstown, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cumberland, RI
The final approach into Cumberland, 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 Cumberland, 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
$5.89 one way
$11.78 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.48 | $12.97 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.01 | $14.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Cumberland, RI
Evening in Cumberland on Tuesday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
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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
48m 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 North Kingstown, RI to Cumberland, RI covers 36.6 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Col Rodman Highway, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.3 miles from North Kingstown, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.89 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 36.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Kingstown, RI to Cumberland, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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