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Trip from Tiverton, RI to Barrington, RI

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Drive Time

20m

Distance

13 mi

21 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 19m ★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

town in Bristol County, Rhode Island, United States

Barrington, RI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Tiverton, RI to Barrington, RI covers 13 miles and takes about 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Hope Street, Main Street, Main Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.8 miles on Hope Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.09 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

6.5 miles from Tiverton, RI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 20m drive with frequent turns across 13 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hope Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

139 ft -2 ft

Total Climb

350 ft

Total Descent

340 ft

Highest Point

139 ft

~0.9 mi in

Elevation Range

141 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 4 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13 miles you will encounter 4 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 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (RI 138): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward RI 24 South, RI 138 South: Newport

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward RI 24 South, RI 138 South: Newport
8
3.3 mi into trip | ~5m in | RI 138

Take the exit onto RI 138 toward RI 138: Portsmouth, Bristol

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 2 Toward RI 138: Portsmouth, Bristol
9
3.5 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Mount Hope Bridge, Bristol

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Mount Hope Bridge, Bristol
4
5.4 mi into trip | ~8m in | RI 114 / Ferry Road

Keep slight left at fork onto RI 114 / Ferry Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

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 Tiverton, RI to Barrington, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Bristol along the way.

Bristol

3.3 mi in | ~5m | via RI 138

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Hope Street 3.8 mi 5m
Main Street 1.9 mi 2m
Main Road 1.2 mi 2m
County Road 1.2 mi 1m
Mount Hope Bridge 1.1 mi 2m
Ferry Road 0.9 mi 1m
Boyds Lane 0.5 mi <1m
RI 138 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Hope Street — 3.8 mi, about 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tiverton, RI and Barrington, RI.

1

Start on RI 77

1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Road
2

Take the ramp

2.1 mi · 3 min
Toward RI 24 South, RI 138 South: Newport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3

Take the exit onto RI 138

0.2 mi · 21 sec · RI 138
Exit 2 Toward RI 138: Portsmouth, Bristol Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward Mount Hope Bridge, Bristol Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Turn straight onto Boyds Lane

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Boyds Lane
6

Continue on RI 114

1.1 mi · 2 min · Mount Hope Bridge
7

Continue on RI 114

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Ferry Road
8

Keep slight left at fork onto RI 114

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ferry Road
9

Continue on RI 114

3.8 mi · 5 min · Hope Street
10

Continue on RI 114

1.9 mi · 2 min · Main Street
11

Continue on RI 103; RI 114

1.2 mi · 1 min · County Road
12

Arrive at destination

RI 103; RI 114

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 6.5 miles from Tiverton, RI, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 13 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.5 miles or 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 17m

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 Tiverton, 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 Tiverton, RI

This is one driving day of about 13 miles and 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tiverton, 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.
The longest stretch is on Hope Street for about 3.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.5 mi from Tiverton, RI · 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

7 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Tiverton, 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

$2.09 one way

$4.19 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $2.30 $4.61
premium $4.86 $2.49 $4.98
diesel $5.61 $2.87 $5.74

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: 4.5 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 3.9 0 $1.37 $0.62
Efficient EV 3.3 0 $1.14 $0.52
EV Truck/SUV 5.2 0 $1.82 $0.83

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.

Forecast data refreshed 16 hours ago

Origin

Tiverton, RI

Late night in Tiverton on Wednesday

Local time

3:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 3 to 12 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Destination

Barrington, RI

Late night in Barrington on Wednesday

Local time

3:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

--

Unavailable

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

7 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

20m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Tiverton, RI to Barrington, RI covers 13 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hope Street, Main Street, Main Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 miles from Tiverton, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.09 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 miles you will encounter 4 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 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (RI 138): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Tiverton, RI to Barrington, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Bristol along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -2 ft to 139 ft elevation with about 350 ft of total climbing.

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