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Drive Time
13m
Distance
7 mi
11 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Providence, RI
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Cranston, RI
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If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between North Providence and Cranston, this 7.3-mile trip is an ideal candidate. Expect to spend about 17 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You will navigate entirely via local roads like Fruit Hill Avenue, Evans Park, and Smith Street, as this route features zero highway travel. Budgeting just $1 for fuel makes this one of the most economical trips you can take in the Northeast. Since the entire drive is localized within Rhode Island, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex itinerary 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
3.5 miles from North Providence, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the heart of the region. Because there is no highway driving involved, you will experience a constant shift in pace rather than the monotony of an interstate cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Fruit Hill Avenue, meaning you should anticipate frequent stops and intersections throughout the duration of your travel. This route offers a purely urban experience, requiring you to stay alert at every turn. It is a practical, no-frills way to move between these two Rhode Island destinations.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 near Fruit Hill Avenue.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7 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 (Fruit Hill Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Evans Park): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.8 miles (RI 10 / Huntington Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Fruit Hill Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp left onto Evans Park
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 10 / Huntington Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward RI 2: Reservoir Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto RI 12 / Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington Expressway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Smith Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 6/10 Connector | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Reservoir Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Raymond Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dean Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pleasant Valley Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between North Providence, RI and Cranston, RI.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Fruit Hill Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Evans Park
At end of road, turn right onto US 44
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
Continue on Raymond Street
Continue on Pleasant Valley Parkway
Continue on Dean Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 6; RI 10
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 10
Take the exit
Turn left onto RI 2
Turn left onto RI 12
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Because this is a short 17-minute trip with no scheduled stops, you have maximum flexibility in your departure time. However, given the reliance on local roads like Smith Street, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you keep your travel time as close to the 17-minute estimate as possible. You won't need to worry about long-distance pacing or rest stops since the distance is only 7.3 miles. Before you head out, double-check your tire pressure, as the stop-and-go nature of these local roads can be more taxing on your vehicle than a steady highway cruise. Keep that $1 fuel budget handy, as it is more than sufficient to cover the distance for this quick transit.
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.
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 7 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.5 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cranston, RI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving North Providence, RI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Providence, RI
This is one driving day of about 7 miles and 13m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.5 mi from North Providence, 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.
A short stop after about 7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 3.5 miles from North Providence, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Cranston, 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 Cranston, RI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$1.13 one way
$2.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.24 | $2.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.34 | $2.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.55 | $3.09 |
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: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.61 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in North Providence on Tuesday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Cranston on Tuesday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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