Origin
South Boston, MA
Evening in South Boston on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Boston, MA to Fall River, MA
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
49.3 mi
79 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
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6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Boston, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Traveling from South Boston to Fall River covers 49.3 miles, making it an efficient trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You should plan for a fuel budget of approximately $8 to cover the journey. Navigating through the Northeast, you will primarily rely on the Southeast Expressway, I-93, and the Amvets Highway. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a straightforward transit between these two Massachusetts cities without the need for complex multi-day planning.
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
24.7 miles from South Boston, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mix of driving styles on this 49.3-mile journey, which features a 27% highway share. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Amvets Highway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch at 32.7 miles. Outside of these faster sections, be prepared for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. The road's personality shifts from the structured flow of major expressways to more technical maneuvering as you progress toward your destination. You will find that the transition between these road types keeps the drive engaging despite the relatively short duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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 32.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mercer Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 49.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mercer Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mercer Street
Turn right onto Mercer Street
Navigation decision point
9
1.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn left toward I-93 South, US 1 South: Quincy, Cape Cod
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I-93 South, US 1 South: Quincy, Cape Cod
8
8.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
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I 93; US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1 toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode...
7
11.5 mi into trip
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~17m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
7
44.9 mi into trip
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~56m in
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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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from South Boston, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerset along the way.
Somerset
44.9 mi in
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~56m
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via MA 79
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 32.7 mi | 37m |
| Southeast Expressway | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| I 93 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Western Fall River Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Durfee Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Old Colony Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Columbia Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Dorchester Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 32.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Boston, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Dorchester Street
172 ft
·
9 sec
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Dorchester Street
2
Turn right onto Mercer Street
328 ft
·
13 sec
·
Mercer Street
3
Turn right onto Telegraph Street
485 ft
·
16 sec
·
Telegraph Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Dorchester Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Dorchester Street
5
Turn left onto Old Colony Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Old Colony Avenue
6
Enter roundabout onto Old Colony Avenue
95 ft
·
1 sec
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Old Colony Avenue
7
Continue on Old Colony Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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Old Colony Avenue
8
Turn straight onto Columbia Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Columbia Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Columbia Road
20 ft
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0 sec
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Columbia Road
10
Continue on Columbia Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Columbia Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I-93 South, US 1 South: Quincy, Cape Cod
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 93; US 1
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on MA 24
33 mi
·
37 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
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
17
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
18
Turn right onto Durfee Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Durfee Street
19
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Bank Street
20
Turn right onto Purchase Street
361 ft
·
15 sec
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Purchase Street
21
Continue on Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
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Purchase Street
22
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 3-minute travel time, you have plenty of flexibility when deciding when to hit the road. Since there are no required stops on this 49.3-mile route, you can easily complete the entire trip in one go without needing to build in long rest breaks. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means you should stay alert as you exit the highway portions. Budgeting $8 for fuel is a safe baseline, but keeping your tank topped off before leaving South Boston will ensure a smooth ride. Since this is a quick trip, utilize your extra time to double-check your arrival point in Fall River to avoid navigating local traffic once you reach your destination.
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 24.7 miles from South Boston, MA, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 miles.
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 49.3 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.7 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
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 Boston, 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 Boston, MA
This is one driving day of about 49.3 miles and 1h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Boston, MA.
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.
The longest stretch is on Amvets Highway for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from South Boston, MA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from South Boston, 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
$7.85 one way
$15.69 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.53 | $17.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.95 | $21.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Evening in Fall River on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
25 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
1h 3m 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 Boston, MA to Fall River, MA covers 49.3 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amvets Highway, Southeast Expressway, I 93. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.7 miles from South Boston, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.85 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 is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 49.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mercer Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from South Boston, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerset along the way.
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