Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
28.8 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cranston, RI
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Hope Valley, RI
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Cranston, RI to Hope Valley, RI is 28.8 miles and takes about 40m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically Rhode Island, offering a straightforward journey. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it ideal for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, as this route is easily manageable within a single day. Consider this a convenient connector between two points in the state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 25.5 mi | 31m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Reservoir Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Huntington Expressway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cranston, RI and Hope Valley, RI.
Start on this road
Turn sharp right onto RI 12
Turn right onto RI 2
Take the ramp
Merge onto RI 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn right onto RI 138
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto RI 12 / Park Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Take the exit toward I 95: Providence, Warwick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Warwick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward RI 138: Hope Valley, South Kingstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$4.64 one way
$9.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.52 | $11.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Cranston on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Destination
Night in Hope Valley on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 89% of the journey taking place on routes like I 95. You'll experience a consistent pace for the longest stretch of 25.5 miles on I 95, providing a steady drive. While the initial and final segments might involve local roads like Main Street and Reservoir Avenue, the bulk of your time will be on the interstate. This means you can expect a predominantly fast-paced experience with minimal interruptions, ideal for covering ground quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near RI 12 / Park Avenue.
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 28.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 12 / Park Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cranston, RI to Hope Valley, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Kingstown along the way.
Kingstown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 28.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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