Origin
Charlestown, RI
Night in Charlestown on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Charlestown, RI to East Providence, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
41.1 mi
66 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Charlestown, RI
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East Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
Charlestown, RI to East Providence, RI is 41.1 miles and takes about 55 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Rhode Island, taking you from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns and local road navigation, rather than a straightforward highway cruise. Given its short duration, this route is best suited for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Col Rodman Highway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Commodore Perry Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Tower Hill Road | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Post Road | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Iway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Warren Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Post Road Freeway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 10.9 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlestown, RI and East Providence, RI.
1
Start on RI 1A
208 ft
·
4 sec
·
Old Post Road
2
Turn right
410 ft
·
6 sec
3
Take the ramp
444 ft
·
12 sec
4
Merge onto US 1
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Post Road
5
Continue on US 1
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Commodore Perry Highway
6
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
44 sec
·
Post Road Freeway
7
Continue on US 1
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Tower Hill Road
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tower Hill Road
9
Turn straight onto RI 4
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Col Rodman Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 195; US 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Iway
14
Continue on I 195; US 1A; US 6; US 44
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Providence Expressway
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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Charlestown, RI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 27.8 and 40.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
27.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
7
30.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
8
38.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit 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,...
8
40.3 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
6
40.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
RI 103 / Warren Avenue
Turn left onto RI 103 / Warren Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.62 one way
$13.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.87 | $15.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.07 | $18.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Night in East Providence on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
55m 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 is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 29% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a mix of faster highway driving and more intricate local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 10.9 miles on I 95, after which you'll transition to surface streets. Be prepared for frequent changes in speed limits and road types as you navigate through various towns and neighborhoods.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 27.8 miles in near I 95.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 41.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Charlestown, RI to East Providence, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Cape Cod
38.7 mi in
|
~51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 41.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.9 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at East Providence, RI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 27.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.4 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 East Providence, 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.
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