Origin
Norwell, MA
Afternoon in Norwell on Saturday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Norwell, MA to Fall River, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norwell, MA
Efstathios Selimis
Trip Overview
This 42.5-mile drive from Norwell, MA, to Fall River, MA, is a manageable 1-hour and 6-minute journey. Designed as a single-day trip, it sticks to local roads for the most part, with only an 8% highway share. Budget around $7 for fuel for this short excursion. The route feels like a typical New England local transit, weaving through familiar towns within the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, perfect for a quick trip without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 42.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (8%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than an open highway cruise. With only 8% of the trip on highways, you'll be navigating a series of local roads like Amvets Highway, South Bedford Street, and the Western Fall River Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.3 miles along Amvets Highway. This drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction and speed as you transition between different local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Amvets Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in near MA 123; MA 139 / Market Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 7.5 miles (MA 123; MA 139 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (MA 18 / Bedford Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.9 miles (MA 24 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
MA 123; MA 139 / Market Street
Turn right onto MA 123; MA 139 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
4
9.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
MA 18 / Bedford Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 18 / Bedford Street
Navigation decision point
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
MA 24 / Amvets Highway
Merge onto MA 24 / Amvets Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
38.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
MA 79 / Western Fall River Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 79 / Western Fall River Expressway toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
5
42.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Purchase Street
Turn right onto Purchase Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Norwell, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerset along the way.
Somerset
38.1 mi in
|
~59m
|
via MA 79
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 16.3 mi | 18m |
| South Bedford Street | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Western Fall River Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Webster Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Pleasant Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Centre Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Broad Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 16.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwell, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on MA 123
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on MA 123
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Webster Street
3
Turn left onto MA 123
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Water Street
4
Turn left onto Union Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Union Street
5
Turn right onto MA 123; MA 139
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Market Street
6
Continue on MA 123
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Centre Avenue
7
Turn left onto MA 123
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Washington Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto MA 18
200 ft
·
3 sec
·
Bedford Street
9
Continue on MA 18
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Washington Street
10
Continue on MA 18
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
South Bedford Street
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on MA 18
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
12
Continue on MA 18; MA 28; MA 104
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Central Square
13
Continue on MA 104
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
South Street
14
Turn right onto MA 104
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Pleasant Street
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward MA 24 South: Taunton
16
Merge onto MA 24
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 79
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Fall River Expressway
Exit 7
Toward MA 79 South: North Fall River, Somerset
18
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
19
Turn right onto Durfee Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Durfee Street
20
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Bank Street
21
Turn right onto Purchase Street
361 ft
·
15 sec
·
Purchase Street
22
Continue on Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
·
Purchase Street
23
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Norwell, MA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Norwell, 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
$6.80 one way
$13.60 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.42 | $14.83 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Afternoon in Fall River on Saturday
Local time
12:14 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 6m 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 Norwell, MA to Fall River, MA covers 42.5 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amvets Highway, South Bedford Street, Western Fall River Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Norwell, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.80 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 42.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 7.5 miles (MA 123; MA 139 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (MA 18 / Bedford Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.9 miles (MA 24 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Norwell, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerset along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Adams National Historical Park, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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