Origin
Upton, MA
Evening in Upton on Wednesday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upton, MA to Fall River, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
46 mi
74 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Upton, MA
Italo Melo
Trip Overview
This 46-mile drive from Upton, MA to Fall River, MA takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll navigate a mix of roadways, with about 39% being highway driving, so expect a varied experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $7, which is quite budget-friendly for a trip of this length. Since both locations are within the Northeast region and the drive is relatively short, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. This route is ideal if you're looking for a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two Massachusetts towns.
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
23 miles from Upton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
The character of this drive is best described as a mixed bag, offering a blend of faster highway stretches and more localized roads. With 39% of the journey on highways, you'll experience some efficient travel, particularly on the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.5 miles along the East Providence Expressway. However, the inclusion of RI 146A and US 6 means you'll also encounter more varied traffic patterns and potentially lower speed limits as you approach your destination. This changing road personality keeps the drive from becoming monotonous, requiring you to adjust your driving style as the route progresses.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Providence Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14 miles in near Bernon Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46 miles you will encounter 18 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 14 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (RI 146A): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
14 mi into trip
|
~26m in
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Bernon Street
Turn left onto Bernon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
16.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
RI 146A
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 146A toward RI 146 South: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
8
28.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
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 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence,...
8
31.9 mi into trip
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~49m in
|
I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
9
45.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Upton, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Seekonk.
Cape Cod
28.6 mi in
|
~43m
|
via US 6
Seekonk
31.9 mi in
|
~49m
|
via I 195; US 1A; US 6
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Providence Expressway | 13.5 mi | 16m |
| RI 146A | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| US 6 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Blackstone Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Providence Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| North Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Mendon Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| I 95 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
East Providence Expressway
— 13.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upton, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on North Main Street
400 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on Grove Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Grove Street
3
Continue on Mendon Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Mendon Street
4
Continue on North Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Avenue
5
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on Providence Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Providence Street
7
Continue on Providence Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Providence Street
8
Continue on Blackstone Street
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Blackstone Street
9
Turn left onto MA 122
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on RI 122
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Harris Avenue
11
Turn right onto RI 122
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Arnold Street
12
Turn right onto RI 104
212 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Bernon Street
399 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bernon Street
Use the left lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto Bernon Street
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bernon Street
15
Continue on Bernon Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bernon Street
16
Turn right onto Greene Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Greene Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto Park Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
18
Turn left onto RI 146A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
19
Take the ramp onto RI 146A
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
RI 146A
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
20
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 146A
11 mi
·
11 min
·
RI 146A
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit onto US 6
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 6
Exit 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6
13 mi
·
16 min
·
East Providence Expressway
Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 12-13
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
25
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 12
Toward Downtown Fall River
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Hartwell Street
27
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Troy Street
28
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bedford Street
29
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
·
Purchase Street
30
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour, this trip offers a great deal of flexibility. You can leave at your convenience, though avoiding peak morning or evening commute times in the urban areas will make for a smoother experience. There are no designated stops mentioned, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is low at $7, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition from highway to local roads as you enter Fall River, as traffic and speed limits can change abruptly.
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 23 miles from Upton, MA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.5 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 10 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23 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 58m
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 Upton, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Upton, MA
This is one driving day of about 46 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Upton, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on East Providence Expressway for about 13.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23 mi from Upton, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Upton, 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
$7.36 one way
$14.72 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.03 | $16.06 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.73 | $17.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.16 | $20.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 18 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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 Upton, MA to Fall River, MA covers 46 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Providence Expressway, RI 146A, US 6. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23 miles from Upton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.36 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46 miles you will encounter 18 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 14 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (RI 146A): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Upton, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Seekonk.
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