Origin
Wareham, MA
Evening in Wareham on Sunday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wareham, MA to Fall River, MA
Drive Time
37m
Distance
28.6 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wareham, MA
Italo Melo
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Wareham to Fall River, you will find this 28.6-mile route to be a straightforward journey across Massachusetts. Expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical drive that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via I-195, supplemented by segments on the Cranberry Highway and Main Street. This path serves as a highly efficient connection within the Northeast, perfect for travelers prioritizing speed and simplicity over a leisurely pace.
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
14.3 miles from Wareham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your travel occurring on major roads. Once you merge onto I-195, you will settle into the longest stretch of the drive, covering 25.9 miles of uninterrupted pavement. The experience is defined by these fast, efficient interstate miles that contrast with the brief, lower-speed transitions on local streets at either end. You should anticipate a consistent rhythm once you reach the highway, allowing for a predictable and steady pace. While it lacks the winding character of secondary roads, the route offers a reliable and direct transit experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 195 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 195 and Cranberry Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 28.6 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 (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn sharp left toward I 195 West: New Bedford
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford
8
27.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
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 13-12
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant S...
8
27.8 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 195 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 195 West
9
28.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Pleasant Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Pleasant Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 195 | 25.9 mi | 31m |
| Cranberry Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bedford Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Seventh Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Tihonet Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Purchase Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 195
— 25.9 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wareham, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on this road
42 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Elm Street
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Turn left onto Tihonet Road
329 ft
·
15 sec
·
Tihonet Road
5
Turn left onto MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cranberry Highway
6
Turn sharp left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford
7
Merge onto I 195
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 195
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 195
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 13-12
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 195 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 12
Toward Pleasant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
81 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pleasant Street
13
Turn left onto Seventh Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Seventh Street
14
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bedford Street
15
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
·
Purchase Street
16
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 37-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is always wise to keep an eye on local traffic patterns before heading out. You will not need to plan for any formal stops given the brief duration of the trip. Since the route relies so heavily on I-195, ensure your vehicle is prepared for sustained highway speeds rather than stop-and-go driving. Budgeting your $5 for fuel is simple, but keep a little extra set aside if you plan on idling in potential congestion. A concrete tip for this trek: double-check your navigation before exiting the Cranberry Highway, as the transition to the interstate is the most critical navigation point of the entire journey.
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 14.3 miles from Wareham, MA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.9 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 28.6 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.3 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
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 Wareham, 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 Wareham, MA
This is one driving day of about 28.6 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wareham, 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 I 195 for about 25.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.3 mi from Wareham, MA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.3 miles from Wareham, 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
$4.55 one way
$9.10 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.95 | $9.90 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.40 | $10.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.35 | $12.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
14 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
37m 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 Wareham, MA to Fall River, MA covers 28.6 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 195, Cranberry Highway, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.3 miles from Wareham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.55 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 14 significant decision points across 28.6 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 (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Wareham, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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