Origin
Seekonk, MA
Late night in Seekonk on Saturday
Local time
3:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Seekonk, 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
18m
Distance
13.6 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seekonk, MA
Wolfgang Weiser
Trip Overview
Seekonk, MA to Fall River, MA is 13.6 miles and takes about 18 minutes via I-195, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on the interstate, making it ideal for a quick transit or a brief excursion between these two cities. You'll find this route efficient for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 13.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 11.8 miles on I-195, so expect a consistent interstate experience for most of your travel. You'll primarily be on I-195, with brief segments on Fall River Avenue and Troy Street as you approach your destination. The character of this route is direct and efficient, designed for covering ground quickly rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 195 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 195 and Fall River Avenue. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
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 13.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 195): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 195 East: Fall River, Cape Cod
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 195 East: Fall River, Cape Cod
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 195
Merge onto I 195
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
13 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12-13
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell S...
9
13.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Fall River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Downtown Fall River
5
13.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Bedford Street
Turn left onto Bedford 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 Seekonk, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Cape Cod
0.7 mi in
|
~1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 195 | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| Fall River Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Troy Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hartwell Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bedford Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Purchase Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 195
— 11.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seekonk, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on this road
147 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MA 114A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fall River Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 195 East: Fall River, Cape Cod
4
Merge onto I 195
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 195
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 12-13
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
6
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 12
Toward Downtown Fall River
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Hartwell Street
8
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Troy Street
9
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bedford Street
10
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
·
Purchase Street
11
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.18 one way
$4.35 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.37 | $4.75 |
| premium | $4.82 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
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
Fall River, MA
Late night in Fall River on Saturday
Local time
3:15 AM
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
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 Seekonk, MA to Fall River, MA covers 13.6 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 195, Fall River Avenue, Troy Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.8 miles from Seekonk, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.18 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 13.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 195): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Seekonk, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.
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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