Origin
Bristol, RI
Late night in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Trip from Bristol, RI to Portsmouth, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
6.3 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, RI
Wikimedia Commons
Portsmouth, RI
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Bristol, RI to Portsmouth, RI is 6.3 miles and takes about 11 minutes via Metacom Avenue and East Main Road, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically Rhode Island, making it a convenient local excursion. Expect a turn-heavy, local road experience rather than a high-speed journey. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick trip or as part of a larger exploration of the area, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Metacom Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East Main Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Mount Hope Bridge | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Boyds Lane | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ferry Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Freeborn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Metacom Avenue
— 1.9 mi, about 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, RI and Portsmouth, RI.
1
Start on this road
301 ft
·
24 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
115 ft
·
14 sec
3
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Franklin Street
4
Turn right onto RI 136
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Metacom Avenue
5
Continue on RI 136
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Metacom Avenue
6
Turn straight onto RI 114
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Ferry Road
7
Continue on RI 114
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Hope Bridge
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Boyds Lane
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Boyds Lane
9
Turn slight right onto RI 138
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Road
10
Turn right onto Freeborn Street
430 ft
·
20 sec
·
Freeborn Street
11
Turn right
84 ft
·
6 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 6.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
RI 136 / Metacom Avenue
Turn right onto RI 136 / Metacom Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Boyds Lane
Keep slight left at fork onto Boyds Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.01 one way
$2.03 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.12 | $2.23 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.21 | $2.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.55 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Portsmouth, RI
Late night in Portsmouth on Sunday
Local time
12:41 AM
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
11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a 0% highway share, indicating it's entirely on local roads. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, typical of a "turn-heavy local drive" profile. You'll navigate primarily via Metacom Avenue and East Main Road. The longest stretch without a turn is 1.9 miles on Metacom Avenue, giving you a brief period of consistent driving before encountering more intersections. Be prepared for a more engaging driving experience with many changes in direction.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 1.9 mi on Metacom Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (RI 136 / Metacom Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 6.3-mile jaunt is absolutely doable for a same-day round trip, taking just about 11 minutes each way. It's a quick and easy escape for a weekend.
Family Friendly
With only 6.3 miles and 11 minutes of driving, this route is perfect for families with young kids. The moderate 4/10 complexity means you won't be stressed navigating, even with backseat passengers.
Solo Traveler
At a mere 6.3 miles and 11 minutes, this route is incredibly comfortable for a solo drive. You'll barely have time to finish your podcast before you arrive.
EV Driver
This 6.3-mile trip is well within the range of any EV, even on a single charge. You won't need to worry about finding a charger on this short, 11-minute drive.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 1.9 miles on Metacom Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (RI 136 / Metacom Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Roger Williams National Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Portsmouth, RI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Portsmouth, RI
More trips to Portsmouth, RI
Explore more options from Bristol, RI or browse trips ending in Portsmouth, RI.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse RI road trips.