Cumberland, RI to Narragansett Pier, RI is 45.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 1 minute via I 295 and RI 4, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Rhode Island, taking you from the Northeast region down to the coast. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a day trip or a quick hop. You'll likely find it a practical choice when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without extensive planning.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
20.6 mi
23m
RI 4
9.9 mi
12m
Boston Neck Road
4.1 mi
6m
Tower Hill Road
3.2 mi
4m
I 95
3 mi
4m
Mendon Road
1.6 mi
2m
Bridgetown Road
1.4 mi
2m
Pound Road
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 20.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cumberland, RI and Narragansett Pier, RI.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi·46 sec·this road
2
Turn right
400 ft·32 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto Pound Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Pound Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto RI 122
1.6 mi·2 min·Mendon Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward I 295 South, RI 146 South: Johnston, Warwick
6
Merge onto I 295
21 mi·23 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 95
3.0 mi·4 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 4
9.9 mi·12 min·RI 4
Exit 24BToward RI 4 South: North KingstownUse the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on US 1
3.2 mi·4 min·Tower Hill Road
10
Turn left onto Bridgetown Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Bridgetown Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto RI 1A
4.1 mi·6 min·Boston Neck Road
12
Continue on RI 1A
0.7 mi·1 min·Beach Street
13
Turn left onto Exchange Street
416 ft·18 sec·Exchange Street
14
Turn left onto Ocean Road
466 ft·7 sec·Ocean Road
15
Arrive at destination
Ocean Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Cumberland, 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 39.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.5 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 295 South, RI 146 South: Johnston, Warwick
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 South, RI 146 South: Johnston, War...
5
2.9 mi into trip|~6m in|I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
23.5 mi into trip|~29m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.5 mi into trip|~33m in|RI 4
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 4 toward RI 4 South: North Kingstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 24B
Toward RI 4 South: North Kingstown
6
39.5 mi into trip|~51m in|Bridgetown Road
Turn left onto Bridgetown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.20 one way
$14.41 round trip
$3.99/gal25.4 MPG avg16 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$8.09
$16.18
premium
$4.81
$8.70
$17.39
diesel
$4.80
$8.67
$17.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
13.8
0
$4.82
$2.20
Efficient EV
11.5
0
$4.02
$1.84
EV Truck/SUV
18.4
0
$6.43
$2.94
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 14, 2026
Origin
Cumberland, RI
Night
in Cumberland on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
SW 9 to 13 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 1:51AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 13 at 11:47PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Destination
Narragansett Pier, RI
Night
in Narragansett Pier on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
SW 13 to 18 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 1:51AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 13 at 11:47PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
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
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of the route on major roads like I 295 and RI 4. You'll experience a longest stretch of 20.6 miles on I 295. The transition to surface roads like Boston Neck Road happens later in the trip, offering a change from the higher-speed cruising. Expect a relatively smooth drive with fewer exits on the highway portions.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.6 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and RI 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
398 ft7 ft
Total Climb
583 ft
Total Descent
906 ft
Highest Point
398 ft
~6.6 mi in
Elevation Range
391 ft
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 Cumberland, RI to Narragansett Pier, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Warwick along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.6 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Narragansett Pier, 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 2.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.9 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Roger Williams National Memorial. 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 Narragansett Pier, RI before heading back.
