Origin
Williamstown, MA
Evening in Williamstown on Sunday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
169.2 mi
272 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
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6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 169.2 miles, this trip from Williamstown to Fall River takes you across the state of Massachusetts in approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Walden Street, Hoxsey Street, and Main Street rather than interstates, it is best suited as a dedicated day trip. You should budget about $23 for fuel to cover the distance. While the journey is manageable in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the drive means you will spend your time navigating local infrastructure rather than cruising at highway speeds. It is a practical route for those who prefer avoiding major thoroughfares, provided you are prepared for a consistent pace throughout the journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.6 miles from Williamstown, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect an engaging, turn-heavy experience behind the wheel, as this 169.2-mile route features a 0% highway share. You will not find any monotonous interstate stretches here; instead, the road requires your full attention as you transition between Walden Street, Hoxsey Street, and Main Street. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on Walden Street is 0 miles, the drive maintains a constant, active feel that demands frequent adjustments. This is a technical, local-road-focused journey that contrasts sharply with the typical high-speed transit found on major state corridors. If you enjoy a hands-on driving style, the constant movement keeps the trip from feeling stagnant.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 49 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walden Street 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 Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 3h 4m 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 Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walden Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hoxsey Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cold Spring Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New Ashford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 7 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Williamstown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Walden Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamstown, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Spring Street
2
Turn right onto Walden Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Walden Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Hoxsey Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
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Hoxsey Street
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Main Street
5
Turn straight onto Cold Spring Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Cold Spring Road
6
Continue on New Ashford Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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New Ashford Road
7
Continue on Route 7
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Route 7
8
Continue on New Ashford Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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New Ashford Road
9
Continue on Williamstown Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
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Williamstown Road
10
Continue on North Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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South Main Street
12
Continue on North Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
13
Turn right onto Wahconah Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Wahconah Street
14
Turn right onto North Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Street
15
Continue on South Street
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
South Street
16
Continue on Pittsfield Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Pittsfield Road
17
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Continue on Lee Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
19
Continue on Laurel Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Laurel Street
20
Continue on West Center Street
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Center Street
21
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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Park Street
23
Continue on Housatonic Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Housatonic Street
24
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
25
Keep slight right
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
26
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
82 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
27
Take the exit slight right toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
28
Continue on MA 146, US 20
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
MA 146, US 20
29
Turn right onto MA 146
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
MA 146
30
Keep slight right to continue on MA 146 South
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
MA 146 South
31
Merge slight left onto Worcester-Providence Turnpike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
32
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
33
Continue on Worcester Providence Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Worcester Providence Turnpike
34
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
35
Continue on Providence Pike
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Providence Pike
36
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
37
Continue on North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
North Smithfield Expressway
38
Continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
39
Continue on Old Louisquisset Pike
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Louisquisset Pike
40
Merge slight left
1.2 mi
·
1 min
41
Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
42
Keep slight left to continue on East Providence Expressway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
East Providence Expressway
43
Take the exit slight right toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
44
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Fall River
482 ft
·
13 sec
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Downtown Fall River
45
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Hartwell Street
46
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Troy Street
47
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Bedford Street
48
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
20 sec
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Purchase Street
49
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 3-hour and 4-minute trip involves no highway travel, leave early to ensure you have plenty of daylight for the more technical, turn-heavy portions of the route. Planning for at least one stop is a smart way to break up the drive, especially given the lack of long, straight stretches to maintain momentum. Keep your fuel budget of $23 in mind, and consider filling up before you depart Williamstown to avoid searching for stations during the middle of the drive. The flexibility of a 1-day trip is a major advantage, allowing you to pace yourself comfortably without the pressure of a long-haul schedule. Stay alert on the local roads, as navigation will require more frequent attention than a standard highway route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.6 miles from Williamstown, MA, or about 1h 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.6 miles or 1h 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 2h 31m
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 Williamstown, 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 Williamstown, MA
This is one driving day of about 169.2 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Williamstown, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.6 mi from Williamstown, MA · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.6 miles from Williamstown, 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
$26.93 one way
$53.86 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $29.29 | $58.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $31.97 | $63.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.59 | $75.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.77 | $8.12 |
| Efficient EV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.69 | $10.83 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
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
3h 4m 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 Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA covers 169.2 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walden Street, Hoxsey Street, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.6 miles from Williamstown, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.93 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA is easy. At 3h 4m 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 Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Williamstown, MA to Fall River, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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