Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.5 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
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
Wikimedia Commons
Warwick, RI
Wikimedia Commons
If you are looking for a quick transition between Cranston and Warwick, this 9.4-mile trip is an efficient way to get across the Northeast region. Spanning just 18 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily through local streets, keeping your fuel budget remarkably low at roughly $1 for the entire journey. Because the drive is so short, it functions best as a straightforward commute or a local errand run. You won't need to worry about complex logistics or long-haul planning, making this an ideal choice for travelers who value simplicity and speed.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warwick Avenue | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Park Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Sandy Lane | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Spring Grove Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Frawley Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cliffdale Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cranston, RI and Warwick, RI.
Start on this road
Turn left onto RI 12
Turn slight right onto Cliffdale Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 1A; RI 117
Turn right onto Sandy Lane
Turn left onto Frawley Street
Continue on Spring Grove Avenue
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto RI 12 / Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto US 1A; RI 117 / Warwick Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Sandy Lane
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.21 one way
$2.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.33 | $2.66 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Cranston on Tuesday
Local time
11:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Warwick on Tuesday
Local time
11:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating Park Avenue, Cliffdale Avenue, and Warwick Avenue, which means there is zero highway driving involved in this 9.4-mile trek. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—Park Avenue represents the longest segment at 0 miles of highway driving—you should be prepared for frequent stops and turns. The route maintains a consistent, steady pace through local neighborhoods. Your time behind the wheel will be defined by urban navigation rather than open-road cruising, so stay alert for changes in traffic flow as you transition between these local thoroughfares.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near RI 12 / Park Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cranston, RI to Warwick, RI is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (RI 12 / Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (US 1A; RI 117 / Warwick Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (Sandy Lane): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
40 ft
Total Descent
86 ft
Highest Point
63 ft
Elevation Range
47 ft
Cranston is the second largest city in Rhode Island by population with 83,000 residents in 2020. It lies north of Warwick and south of Providence.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 7.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, 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 options from Cranston, RI or browse trips ending in Warwick, RI.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse RI road trips.
