Origin
Providence, RI
Evening in Providence on Tuesday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
19m
Distance
14.7 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Providence, RI
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Woonsocket, RI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Providence to Woonsocket, you are looking at a brief 14.5-mile journey that typically takes about 21 minutes. This short jaunt across Rhode Island is perfect for a single-day excursion, as it requires no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily via local streets, including Eddy Street, Westminster Street, and Union Street. With a fuel cost of roughly $2 for the entire trip, it is an incredibly economical way to travel between these two Northeast cities. Since the route remains entirely within Rhode Island, you won't need to worry about crossing regional boundaries or adjusting to different state driving laws.
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
7.3 miles from Providence, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. Because you are navigating through urban or suburban local streets, there is no long-distance cruising involved; in fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Eddy Street. Staying focused is essential because you will be managing frequent turns throughout the entire 21-minute duration. You should prepare for a hands-on experience behind the wheel that prioritizes maneuvering through local infrastructure over open-road speed. It is a straightforward, functional drive that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
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.
Eddy Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
312 ft
9 ft
Total Climb
353 ft
Total Descent
170 ft
Highest Point
312 ft
~9.4 mi in
Elevation Range
303 ft
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 Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI is easy. At 19m 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 Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eddy Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Westminster Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Union Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fountain Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dorrance Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Francis Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Eddy Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Providence, RI and Woonsocket, RI.
1
Start on Fulton Street
102 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fulton Street
2
Turn left onto Eddy Street
256 ft
·
10 sec
·
Eddy Street
3
Turn right onto Westminster Street
213 ft
·
9 sec
·
Westminster Street
4
Turn right onto Union Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Union Street
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Fountain Street
220 ft
·
8 sec
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Fountain Street
6
Turn left onto Dorrance Street
75 ft
·
1 sec
·
Dorrance Street
7
Turn slight right onto Francis Street
354 ft
·
16 sec
·
Francis Street
8
Take the ramp left
56 ft
·
1 sec
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 95
180 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 95
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North: Boston
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 95 North: Boston
11
Continue on Old Louisquisset Pike
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Louisquisset Pike
12
Continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
13
Keep slight left to continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
14
Take the exit straight toward RI 146A North: North Smithfield, Woonsocket
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
RI 146A North: North Smithfield, Woonsocket
15
Turn right onto Park Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Avenue
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hamlet Avenue
417 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hamlet Avenue
17
Continue on Court Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Court Street
18
Continue on High Street
502 ft
·
15 sec
·
High Street
19
Turn left
276 ft
·
20 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 14.5-mile trek, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. You do not need to worry about pacing stops or planning for long-distance fatigue, as there are no scheduled stops required for a drive of this length. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for city traffic patterns and ensure your navigation is set before you pull away from the curb. Budgeting about $2 for fuel is more than sufficient for the trip, making it a low-cost venture for any traveler. Keep in mind that since you will be moving through local streets, checking for real-time traffic updates on your specific roads—like Westminster or Union—is the best way to ensure your 21-minute estimate remains accurate.
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 7.3 miles from Providence, RI, or about 9m 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 14.7 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.3 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woonsocket, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Providence, 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 Providence, RI
This is one driving day of about 14.7 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Providence, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.3 mi from Providence, RI · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.3 miles from Providence, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woonsocket, RI
The final approach into Woonsocket, 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 Woonsocket, 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
$2.37 one way
$4.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.60 | $5.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.81 | $5.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.25 | $6.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Woonsocket, RI
Evening in Woonsocket on Tuesday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
7 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.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
19m 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 Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI covers 14.7 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eddy Street, Westminster Street, Union Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.3 miles from Providence, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.37 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 Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI is easy. At 19m 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 Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Providence, RI to Woonsocket, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 9 ft to 312 ft elevation with about 353 ft of total climbing.
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