Origin
Woonsocket, RI
Late night in Woonsocket on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woonsocket, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
31m
Distance
24 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Hopkins Mills, RI
Tim Dusenberry
Trip Overview
The drive from Woonsocket, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI covers 24 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Grand Army Highway, Hartford Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.2 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.86 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
12 miles from Woonsocket, RI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Woonsocket, RI to Hopkins Mills, RI covers 24 miles and takes about 31m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Bernon Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 24 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 (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; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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
8
13.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 6: Hartford Court, Providence
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 9C-A
Toward US 6: Hartford Court, Providence
7
14 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 6 West: Hartford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 9C
Toward US 6 West: Hartford
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Woonsocket, RI and Hopkins Mills, RI, road signs point toward Boston Massachusetts and Providence.
Boston Massachusetts
4.8 mi in
|
~7m
Providence
13.7 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Grand Army Highway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Hartford Avenue | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Hartford Pike | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| RI 146A | 2 mi | 2m |
| Park Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Eddie Dowling Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Bernon Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 8.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woonsocket, RI and Hopkins Mills, 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
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 295
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 9C-A
Toward US 6: Hartford Court, Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 9C
Toward US 6 West: Hartford
18
Turn right onto US 6
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Hartford Avenue
19
Continue on US 6
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hartford Pike
20
Continue on US 6
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Grand Army Highway
21
Turn slight right onto Old Danielson Pike
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Old Danielson Pike
22
Arrive at destination
Old Danielson Pike
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 12 miles from Woonsocket, RI, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.2 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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopkins Mills, 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 24 miles and 31m.
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 I 295 for about 8.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12 mi from Woonsocket, RI · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12 miles from Woonsocket, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hopkins Mills, RI
The final approach into Hopkins Mills, 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 Hopkins Mills, 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
$3.86 one way
$7.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.25 | $8.50 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.60 | $9.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.30 | $10.60 |
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: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Hopkins Mills, RI
Late night in Hopkins Mills on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
12 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
31m 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 Hopkins Mills, RI covers 24 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Grand Army Highway, Hartford Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12 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 $3.86 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 16 significant decision points across 24 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 (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; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Woonsocket, RI and Hopkins Mills, RI, road signs point toward Boston Massachusetts and Providence.
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