Origin
Providence, RI
Late night in Providence on Wednesday
Local time
5:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Providence, RI to Barrington, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.8 mi
16 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 17m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
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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Barrington, RI
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Trip Overview
This quick 9.8-mile drive from Providence to Barrington, Rhode Island, is designed to take about 18 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any local exploration or a brief hop between destinations within the Northeast. With a minimal fuel cost of around $2, this trip is budget-friendly. It's a straightforward local drive, so you won't need an overnight stay. The route primarily uses Eddy Street, Weybosset Street, and Custom House Street, offering a glimpse of local Rhode Island life without any significant highway time. Consider this a simple, efficient connection rather than a destination in itself.
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
4.9 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" on this route, with a 0% highway share. The journey is quite short, so there isn't a "longest stretch" to speak of, meaning you'll be navigating city streets and local roads for the entire 18-minute duration. You'll be making frequent turns as you follow roads like Eddy Street, Weybosset Street, and Custom House Street. This isn't a route for cruising; it's more about efficiently getting from point A to point B through established local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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.
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 Barrington, RI is easy. At 18m 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 Barrington, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eddy Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Weybosset Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Custom House Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Water Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 195 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Iway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Providence Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Shore Expressway | 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 Barrington, RI.
1
Start on Fulton Street
102 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fulton Street
2
Turn left onto Eddy Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Eddy Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Weybosset Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Weybosset Street
4
Turn right onto Custom House Street
351 ft
·
17 sec
·
Custom House Street
5
Continue on South Water Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Water Street
6
Turn slight left
371 ft
·
8 sec
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 195 East
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 195 East
8
Merge slight left onto Iway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Iway
9
Continue on East Providence Expressway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Providence Expressway
10
Keep slight right to continue on East Shore Expressway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Shore Expressway
11
Continue on Wampanoag Trail
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Wampanoag Trail
12
Continue on County Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 9.8-mile distance and 18-minute estimated travel time, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. You could easily depart at any time of day without needing to worry about significant traffic congestion, though rush hour will naturally be slower. Since the fuel cost is only about $2, you don't need to overthink fueling up. There are no designated stops on this route, so feel free to make spontaneous detours if something catches your eye. As you navigate streets like Eddy Street and Weybosset Street, pay close attention to local traffic signals and pedestrian crossings.
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 4.9 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 9.8 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barrington, 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 9.8 miles and 18m.
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 4.9 mi from Providence, RI · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Providence, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barrington, RI
The final approach into Barrington, 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 Barrington, 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
$1.58 one way
$3.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.74 | $3.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.88 | $3.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.16 | $4.33 |
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: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Barrington, RI
Late night in Barrington on Wednesday
Local time
5:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
5 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.
Road read
18m 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 Barrington, RI covers 9.8 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eddy Street, Weybosset Street, Custom House Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 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 $1.58 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 Barrington, RI is easy. At 18m 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 Barrington, RI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Providence, RI to Barrington, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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