Origin
South Amherst, MA
Late night in South Amherst on Saturday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
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Live forecast
Trip from South Amherst, 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
2h 1m
Distance
102.1 mi
164 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Amherst, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA covers 102.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South East Street, Bay Road, Allen Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.34 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.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from South Amherst, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 102.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 1m drive with frequent turns across 102.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South East 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 2h 1m 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 South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South East Street | — | — |
| Bay Road | — | — |
| Allen Street | — | — |
| Federal Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| North Washington Street | — | — |
| North Liberty Street | — | — |
| Belchertown Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South East Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Amherst, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Pomeroy Lane
292 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pomeroy Lane
2
Turn slight right onto South East Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
South East Street
3
Turn left onto Bay Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Bay Road
4
Turn left onto Allen Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Allen Street
5
Turn right onto Federal Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Federal Street
6
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
7
Keep slight right to continue on North Washington Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Washington Street
8
Continue on North Liberty Street
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North Liberty Street
9
Continue on Belchertown Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Belchertown Street
10
Continue on Bridge Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bridge Street
11
Turn left onto Palmer Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Palmer Road
12
Turn right onto Sykes Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Sykes Street
13
Continue on North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
14
Continue on North Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
15
Turn left onto Thorndike Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Thorndike Street
16
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
17
Keep slight right
308 ft
·
7 sec
18
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
19
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
20
Take the exit slight right toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
21
Continue on MA 146, US 20
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
MA 146, US 20
22
Turn right onto MA 146
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
MA 146
23
Keep slight right to continue on MA 146 South
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
MA 146 South
24
Merge slight left onto Worcester-Providence Turnpike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
25
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
26
Continue on Worcester Providence Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Worcester Providence Turnpike
27
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
28
Continue on Providence Pike
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Providence Pike
29
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
30
Continue on North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
North Smithfield Expressway
31
Continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
32
Continue on Old Louisquisset Pike
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Louisquisset Pike
33
Merge slight left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
34
Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
35
Keep slight left to continue on East Providence Expressway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
East Providence Expressway
36
Take the exit slight right toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
37
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Fall River
482 ft
·
13 sec
·
Downtown Fall River
38
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Hartwell Street
39
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Troy Street
40
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bedford Street
41
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
20 sec
·
Purchase Street
42
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 51.1 miles from South Amherst, MA, or about 1h 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fall River, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Amherst, MA 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 South Amherst, MA
This is one driving day of about 102.1 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from South Amherst, 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 51.1 mi from South Amherst, MA · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from South Amherst, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fall River, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.34 one way
$32.68 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
| premium | $4.82 | $19.39 | $38.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.54 | $45.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.72 | $4.90 |
| Efficient EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.93 | $4.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.29 | $6.53 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Late night in Fall River on Saturday
Local time
5:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
64°F
Worcester, MA
51 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
2h 1m 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 South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA covers 102.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South East Street, Bay Road, Allen Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.1 miles from South Amherst, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.34 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 South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 2h 1m 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 South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Amherst, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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