Origin
Woonsocket, RI
Evening in Woonsocket on Tuesday
Local time
8:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woonsocket, RI to East Providence, RI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
24m
Distance
17.7 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
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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East Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
This short 17.7-mile drive from Woonsocket to East Providence, Rhode Island, is easily manageable in about 24 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, you'll navigate primarily via RI 146A and US 6, with a small portion on I-95. Given its brevity, there's no need to split this journey overnight. Budget around $3 for fuel, reflecting the efficient nature of this local transit. The overall feel is that of a straightforward, turn-heavy local connection within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Rhode Island without significant geographical shifts.
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
8.9 miles from Woonsocket, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 17.7-mile trip, with only 18% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.9 miles on RI 146A, offering a sustained period on a single roadway before the route transitions. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more engaged driving experience that involves frequent adjustments as you move between local roads and brief highway segments. The character of the drive changes as you progress, demanding your attention through various intersections and road types.
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.
RI 146A is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 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 0.4 miles in near RI 104 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 17.7 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 0.4 miles (RI 104 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (RI 146A): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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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
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~1m in
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Bernon Street
Turn left onto Bernon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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RI 146A
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 146A toward RI 146 South: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
8
15 mi into trip
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~19m in
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US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence,...
7
16.9 mi into trip
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~22m in
Take the exit toward RI 103 East: Warren Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1D
Toward RI 103 East: Warren Avenue
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 East Providence, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Cape Cod
15 mi in
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~19m
|
via US 6
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| RI 146A | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| US 6 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| I 95 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Park Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Eddie Dowling Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Warren Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bernon Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Arnold Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
RI 146A
— 10.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woonsocket, RI and East Providence, 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
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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
11 mi
·
11 min
·
RI 146A
Toward RI 146 South: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto US 6
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 6
Exit 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1D
Toward RI 103 East: Warren Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto RI 103
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Warren Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
RI 103
Trip Plan
Given the short 24-minute duration, this drive offers great flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, and there's no pressing need to rush or plan for extensive stops. With a fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an economical trip. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns, especially as you approach East Providence, as this is a busy area. The longest stretch on RI 146A is a good opportunity to settle in, but be prepared for more frequent turns as you near your destination.
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 8.9 miles from Woonsocket, RI, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 17.7 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Providence, RI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Woonsocket, 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 Woonsocket, RI
This is one driving day of about 17.7 miles and 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woonsocket, 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 RI 146A for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Woonsocket, RI · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Woonsocket, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Providence, RI
The final approach into East Providence, 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 East Providence, 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
$2.85 one way
$5.70 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.39 | $6.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
East Providence, RI
Evening in East Providence on Tuesday
Local time
8:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
9 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
24m 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 East Providence, RI covers 17.7 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are RI 146A, US 6, I 95. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 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 $2.85 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 14 significant decision points across 17.7 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 0.4 miles (RI 104 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (RI 146A): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Woonsocket, RI to East Providence, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
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