Origin
Woonsocket, RI
Afternoon in Woonsocket on Friday
Local time
4:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Woonsocket, RI to Ashaway, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
53 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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 10m
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.
Woonsocket, RI
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Ashaway, RI
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
The drive from Woonsocket, RI to Ashaway, RI covers 53 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 I 95, I 295, RI 146A for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.7 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 53 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 5m highway drive covering 53 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.7 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near RI 104 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (RI 104 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
RI 104 / Main Street
Turn right onto RI 104 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Bernon Street
Turn left onto Bernon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 295, RI 116: Warwick, Boston Massachusetts
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295, RI 116: Warwick, Boston Massachus...
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Warwick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8B
Toward I 295 South: Warwick
6
26.6 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
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 Woonsocket, RI to Ashaway, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Boston Massachusetts along the way.
Boston Massachusetts
4.8 mi in
|
~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 27.7 mi | 32m |
| I 295 | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| RI 146A | 2 mi | 2m |
| High Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Park Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Eddie Dowling Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Bernon Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Clarks Falls Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 27.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woonsocket, RI and Ashaway, RI.
1
Start on this road
275 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto RI 122
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
High Street
3
Turn left onto Arnold Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Arnold Street
4
Turn right onto RI 104
212 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto Bernon Street
399 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bernon Street
Use the left lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto Bernon Street
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bernon Street
7
Continue on Bernon Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bernon Street
8
Turn right onto Greene Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Greene Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto Park Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
10
Turn left onto RI 146A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Eddie Dowling Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Take the ramp onto RI 146A
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
RI 146A
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
12
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 146A
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
RI 146A
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 295, RI 116: Warwick, Boston Massachusetts
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 8B
Toward I 295 South: Warwick
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 295
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 95
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 93
Toward CT 216, CT 184: Clarks Falls
19
Turn left onto CT 216
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Clarks Falls Road
20
Continue on RI 216
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
High Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto RI 3; RI 216
256 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
22
Turn right onto RI 216
136 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ashaway Road
23
Arrive at destination
RI 216
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Woonsocket, RI · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Woonsocket, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ashaway, RI
The final approach into Ashaway, RI 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
$8.53 one way
$17.06 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.15 | $20.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Ashaway, RI
Afternoon in Ashaway on Friday
Local time
4:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
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 Woonsocket, RI to Ashaway, RI covers 53 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 I 95, I 295, RI 146A. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.5 miles from Woonsocket, RI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.53 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 53 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (RI 104 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Woonsocket, RI to Ashaway, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Boston Massachusetts along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Roger Williams National Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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