Origin
West Warwick, RI
Late night in West Warwick on Wednesday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Warwick, RI to Charlestown, RI
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Warwick, RI
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Charlestown, RI
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Warwick, RI to Charlestown, RI covers 27.6 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South County Trail, RI 4, Quaker Lane for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.4 miles on South County Trail. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.44 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
13.8 miles from West Warwick, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 42m drive with frequent turns across 27.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South County Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 16.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near RI 3 / Cowesett Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 27.6 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: at 0.9 miles (RI 3 / Cowesett Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (RI 401 / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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RI 3 / Cowesett Avenue
Turn left onto RI 3 / Cowesett Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.7 mi into trip
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~6m in
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RI 401 / Division Street
Turn left onto RI 401 / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the ramp toward RI 4 South: Narragansett, Quonset
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward RI 4 South: Narragansett, Quonset
5
4.3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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RI 4
Merge onto RI 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
9.6 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward RI 102 North, RI 2 South: Exeter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3B
Toward RI 102 North, RI 2 South: Exeter
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 West Warwick, RI to Charlestown, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Quonset along the way.
Quonset
3.9 mi in
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~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South County Trail | 16.4 mi | 24m |
| RI 4 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Quaker Lane | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Cowesett Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Ten Rod Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Division Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Post Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South County Trail
— 16.4 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Warwick, RI and Charlestown, RI.
1
Start on Main Street
168 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on RI 117
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto RI 3
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Cowesett Avenue
4
Turn right onto RI 2
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Quaker Lane
5
Turn left onto RI 401
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Division Street
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward RI 4 South: Narragansett, Quonset
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto RI 4
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
RI 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward RI 102 North, RI 2 South: Exeter
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto RI 2; RI 102
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ten Rod Road
10
Turn left onto RI 2
16 mi
·
24 min
·
South County Trail
11
Take the ramp
297 ft
·
8 sec
12
Merge onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Post Road
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
14
Merge onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
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Post Road
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
16
Turn left onto RI 1A
208 ft
·
4 sec
·
Old Post Road
17
Arrive at destination
RI 1A
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 13.8 miles from West Warwick, RI, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.4 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 27.6 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.8 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charlestown, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Warwick, 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 West Warwick, RI
This is one driving day of about 27.6 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Warwick, 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 South County Trail for about 16.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.8 mi from West Warwick, RI · 21m 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 27.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from West Warwick, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Charlestown, RI
The final approach into Charlestown, 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 Charlestown, 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
$4.44 one way
$8.89 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.29 | $10.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
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
Charlestown, RI
Late night in Charlestown on Wednesday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Sunny
S 3 to 9 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
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.
Temperature spread
12 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
42m 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 West Warwick, RI to Charlestown, RI covers 27.6 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South County Trail, RI 4, Quaker Lane. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 miles from West Warwick, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.44 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 12 significant decision points across 27.6 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: at 0.9 miles (RI 3 / Cowesett Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (RI 401 / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from West Warwick, RI to Charlestown, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Quonset along the way.
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