Origin
Sturbridge, MA
Evening in Sturbridge on Wednesday
Local time
5:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
71 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sturbridge, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA covers 71 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Charlton Street, Main Street, Charlton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.36 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.5 miles from Sturbridge, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 14m drive with frequent turns across 71 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charlton 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 Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charlton Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Charlton Road | — | — |
| Wilbur Cross Highway | — | — |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | — | — |
| US 20 | — | — |
| MA 146 | — | — |
| MA 146 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Charlton Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sturbridge, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Charlton Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
Charlton Street
2
Keep slight left to continue on Charlton Street
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
Charlton Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn sharp right onto Charlton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Charlton Road
5
Take the exit slight left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Wilbur Cross Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Wilbur Cross Highway
7
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
9
Continue on MA 146, US 20
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
MA 146, US 20
10
Turn right onto MA 146
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
MA 146
11
Keep slight right to continue on MA 146 South
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
MA 146 South
12
Merge slight left onto Worcester-Providence Turnpike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
13
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
14
Continue on Worcester Providence Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Worcester Providence Turnpike
15
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
16
Continue on Providence Pike
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Providence Pike
17
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
18
Continue on North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
North Smithfield Expressway
19
Continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
20
Continue on Old Louisquisset Pike
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Louisquisset Pike
21
Merge slight left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
22
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
23
Keep slight left to continue on East Providence Expressway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
East Providence Expressway
24
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
25
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Fall River
482 ft
·
13 sec
·
Downtown Fall River
26
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Hartwell Street
27
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Troy Street
28
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bedford Street
29
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
20 sec
·
Purchase Street
30
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 35.5 miles from Sturbridge, MA, or about 37m 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 16 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 37m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fall River, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sturbridge, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sturbridge, MA
This is one driving day of about 71 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Sturbridge, 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 35.5 mi from Sturbridge, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Sturbridge, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.36 one way
$22.73 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.39 | $24.78 |
| premium | $4.82 | $13.48 | $26.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.68 | $31.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 Wednesday
Local time
5:16 PM
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
1h 14m 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 Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA covers 71 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charlton Street, Main Street, Charlton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 miles from Sturbridge, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.36 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 Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sturbridge, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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