Origin
North Reading, MA
Night in North Reading on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
76.7 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Reading, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA covers 76.7 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Park Street, Concord Street, I 93 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
38.3 miles from North Reading, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 20m drive with frequent turns across 76.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Park 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 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 North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | — | — |
| Concord Street | — | — |
| I 93 South | — | — |
| Interstate 93 | — | — |
| John F | — | — |
| Southeast Expressway | — | — |
| MA 24 South | — | — |
| Amvets Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Park Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Reading, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Haverhill Street
427 ft
·
14 sec
·
Haverhill Street
2
Turn right onto Park Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
3
Continue on Park Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
4
Turn left onto Concord Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Concord Street
5
Take the ramp left toward I 93 South: Boston
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 93 South: Boston
6
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
13 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
8
Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
9
Merge slight right onto John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
10
Continue on Southeast Expressway
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Expressway
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
12
Take the exit slight left toward MA 24 South: Fall River
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 24 South: Fall River
13
Continue on Amvets Highway
33 mi
·
37 min
·
Amvets Highway
14
Keep slight right to continue on Western Fall River Expressway
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Fall River Expressway
15
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
16
Turn right onto Durfee Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Durfee Street
17
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bank Street
18
Turn right onto Purchase Street
361 ft
·
16 sec
·
Purchase Street
19
Continue on Purchase Street
269 ft
·
20 sec
·
Purchase Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 38.3 miles from North Reading, MA, or about 40m 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 17 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fall River, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Reading, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Reading, MA
This is one driving day of about 76.7 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from North Reading, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.3 mi from North Reading, MA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from North Reading, 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
$12.28 one way
$24.55 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $13.39 | $26.77 |
| premium | $4.82 | $14.56 | $29.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.93 | $33.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.05 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Fall River, MA
Night in Fall River on Wednesday
Local time
11:38 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 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 North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA covers 76.7 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Park Street, Concord Street, I 93 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.3 miles from North Reading, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.28 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 North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 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 North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Reading, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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