Origin
Westerly, RI
Evening in Westerly on Tuesday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Westerly, RI to North Kingstown, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
40m
Distance
30 mi
48 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 37m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westerly, RI
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North Kingstown, RI
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Trip Overview
This 30-mile drive from Westerly, RI, to North Kingstown, RI, will take you about 40 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward local route, best tackled as a single-day trip, with no need for an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on Post Road, Tower Hill Road, and Commodore Perry Highway. Expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this journey. The overall feel is that of a typical New England local drive, connecting communities within the Northeast region. This trip is ideal for those looking for a short, efficient transfer between two Rhode Island locations.
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
15 miles from Westerly, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 30-mile stretch. With only a 2% highway share, you'll be navigating more local thoroughfares than high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.4 miles along Post Road. This route is characterized by its frequent intersections and changes in scenery as you move through various towns. It's a route that keeps you engaged with the road, rather than allowing for long stretches of autopilot driving.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Post Road is the longest continuous segment at about 11.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Granite Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Granite Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.2 miles (US 1 / Tower Hill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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US 1 / Granite Street
Turn left onto US 1 / Granite Street
Navigation decision point
4
28.2 mi into trip
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~36m in
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US 1 / Tower Hill Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 / Tower Hill Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
29.9 mi into trip
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~39m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
29.9 mi into trip
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~39m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
29.9 mi into trip
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~39m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Post Road | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| Tower Hill Road | 8.3 mi | 13m |
| Commodore Perry Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Franklin Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Granite Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Post Road Freeway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Grove Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Post Road
— 11.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westerly, RI and North Kingstown, RI.
1
Start on RI 3
141 ft
·
11 sec
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Grove Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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Granite Street
3
Continue on US 1
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Granite Street
4
Continue on US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Franklin Street
5
Continue on US 1
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Post Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 1
7.7 mi
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8 min
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Commodore Perry Highway
7
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
44 sec
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Post Road Freeway
8
Continue on US 1
6.7 mi
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10 min
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Tower Hill Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Tower Hill Road
10
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Tower Hill Road
11
Turn right
52 ft
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5 sec
12
Turn right
93 ft
·
9 sec
13
Turn left
364 ft
·
26 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 40-minute duration and 30-mile distance, this route offers considerable flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, though leaving during non-peak hours will make the turn-heavy sections more manageable. With only 0 stops recommended and a low fuel cost of $5, extensive planning isn't necessary. However, be mindful of the local roads; watch for frequent traffic lights and potential speed limit changes. A good tip for this drive is to familiarize yourself with the main roads – Post Road, Tower Hill Road, and Commodore Perry Highway – before you go, as they are central to 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 15 miles from Westerly, RI, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.4 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 30 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Kingstown, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westerly, 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 Westerly, RI
This is one driving day of about 30 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westerly, 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 Post Road for about 11.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Westerly, RI · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Westerly, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Kingstown, RI
The final approach into North Kingstown, 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 North Kingstown, 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
$4.83 one way
$9.66 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.31 | $10.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
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: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
North Kingstown, RI
Evening in North Kingstown on Tuesday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
15 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
40m 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 Westerly, RI to North Kingstown, RI covers 30 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Post Road, Tower Hill Road, Commodore Perry Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Westerly, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.83 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 straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Granite Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.2 miles (US 1 / Tower Hill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Westerly, RI to North Kingstown, RI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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