Traveling from East Dennis to Fall River covers 68.3 miles, making for a straightforward trek across Massachusetts that typically takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for the journey, keeping your travel costs quite low. The path connects two distinct points within the Northeast, transitioning you across the state effectively. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a practical and efficient connection between the two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from East Dennis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 195
26.6 mi
32m
Mid Cape Highway
22.6 mi
31m
MA 25
9.1 mi
10m
Sandwich Road
3 mi
5m
East West Dennis Road
3 mi
5m
MA 28
1 mi
1m
MA 6A
0.5 mi
1m
Bedford Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 195
— 26.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Dennis, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on this road
186 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto MA 134
3.0 mi·5 min·East West Dennis Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward US 6 West: Hyannis, Boston
4
Merge onto US 6
22 mi·30 min·Mid Cape Highway
5
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi·20 sec·Mid Cape Highway
6
Take the exit onto MA 6A
0.5 mi·1 min·MA 6A
Exit 55Toward MA 6A: SagamoreUse the straight lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
2.8 mi·4 min·Sandwich Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Sandwich Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·Sandwich Road
9
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
22 ft·0 sec·MA 28
10
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi·1 min·MA 28
11
Continue on MA 25
9.1 mi·10 min·MA 25
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
13
Continue on I 195
26 mi·31 min·I 195
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195
0.7 mi·58 sec·I 195
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 13-12Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 195 WestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 12Toward Pleasant StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
81 ft·7 sec·Pleasant Street
19
Turn left onto Seventh Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·Seventh Street
20
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.2 mi·39 sec·Bedford Street
21
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft·19 sec·Purchase Street
22
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling to avoid peak traffic hours. You do not need to worry about planning formal stops given the 1 hour and 33 minute duration, but keeping your fuel tank ready for the $11 expense is a smart move before you depart. Pay close attention to the transition between MA 25 and I-195, as these highway changes define the flow of your trip. Aim to leave during off-peak times to ensure you maintain a consistent pace across the 68.3-mile distance. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on your arrival in Fall River without the stress of a long-haul journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.1 miles from East Dennis, MA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fall River, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Dennis, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Dennis, MA
This is one driving day of about 68.3 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from East Dennis, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 195 for about 26.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 26 and 67.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
26 mi into trip|~38m in|MA 6A
Take the exit onto MA 6A toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
7
26.5 mi into trip|~39m in|Sandwich Road
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
67.3 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
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 13-12
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant S...
8
67.5 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 195 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 195 West
9
67.8 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Pleasant Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Pleasant Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.93 one way
$21.86 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$11.92
$23.84
premium
$4.82
$12.97
$25.94
diesel
$5.61
$15.08
$30.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.5
0
$7.17
$3.28
Efficient EV
17.1
0
$5.98
$2.73
EV Truck/SUV
27.3
0
$9.56
$4.37
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Feb 15, 2022
Origin
East Dennis, MA
Late night
in East Dennis on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fall River, MA
Late night
in Fall River on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1h 33m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
National Historical Park
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
The great Outer Beach described by Thoreau in the 1800s is protected within the national seashore. Forty miles of pristine sandy beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands support diverse species. Lighthouses...
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 68.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed driving profile, transitioning between local roads and major thoroughfares. Approximately 54% of your travel time will be spent on highways, specifically utilizing the Mid Cape Highway, MA 25, and I-195. You will experience a blend of speeds, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring on I-195 for 26.6 miles. As you move away from the Mid Cape area, the road dynamics shift, providing a varied experience behind the wheel. Expect a balance of highway cruising and transitionary segments that keep the drive feeling varied rather than monotonous.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.6 mi on I 195.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26 miles in near MA 6A.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 26 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
190 ft18 ft
Total Climb
349 ft
Total Descent
258 ft
Highest Point
190 ft
~24.4 mi in
Elevation Range
172 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 East Dennis, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.
In the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts, where the Taunton River empties into Mount Hope Bay, stands Fall River- the "Spindle City". Not to be overshadowed by nearby Boston and Providence, Fall River offers visitors unique attractions that are absent from its two larger neighbors. Fall River is famous for Battleship Cove, the largest museum of its kind in the world; a rich Portuguese-American culture, featuring authentic food; and the accused axe murderess Lizzie Borden.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 68.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 miles on I 195. 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 Fall River, MA 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 26 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 67.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Cape Cod National Seashore 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 Fall River, MA before heading back.
