Origin
West Falmouth, MA
Evening in West Falmouth on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
49.2 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Falmouth Highway, Thomas B Landers Road, MA 28 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.87 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
24.6 miles from West Falmouth, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 5m drive with frequent turns across 49.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Falmouth Highway 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 West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 5m 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 West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Falmouth Highway | — | — |
| Thomas B Landers Road | — | — |
| MA 28 North | — | — |
| Hero's Circle | — | — |
| General MacArthur Boulevard | — | — |
| Bourne Rotary | — | — |
| I 195 West | — | — |
| MA 81 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Falmouth Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Falmouth, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Stage Coach Way
102 ft
·
7 sec
·
Stage Coach Way
2
Turn right onto West Falmouth Highway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Falmouth Highway
3
Turn right onto Thomas B Landers Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Thomas B Landers Road
4
Take the ramp left toward MA 28 North: Boston
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
MA 28 North: Boston
5
Merge slight left
4.7 mi
·
6 min
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hero's Circle
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Hero's Circle
7
Exit the rotary onto General MacArthur Boulevard
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
General MacArthur Boulevard
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bourne Rotary
404 ft
·
14 sec
·
Bourne Rotary
9
Exit the rotary
1.0 mi
·
1 min
10
Continue straight
9.1 mi
·
10 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
12
Continue straight
26 mi
·
31 min
13
Keep slight left
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
14
Take the exit slight right toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 195 West
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 195 West
16
Keep slight right to continue on Pleasant Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Pleasant Street
17
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
82 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pleasant Street
18
Turn left onto Seventh Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Seventh Street
19
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bedford Street
20
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
20 sec
·
Purchase Street
21
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 24.6 miles from West Falmouth, MA, or about 32m 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 11 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.6 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
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 West Falmouth, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Falmouth, MA
This is one driving day of about 49.2 miles and 1h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from West Falmouth, 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 24.6 mi from West Falmouth, MA · 32m 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from West Falmouth, 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
$7.87 one way
$15.75 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.59 | $17.17 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
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 Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
43°F
Rochester, MA
25 mi in
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 5m 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 West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Falmouth Highway, Thomas B Landers Road, MA 28 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.6 miles from West Falmouth, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.87 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 West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 1h 5m 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 West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Falmouth, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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