Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
32.4 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Providence, RI
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Hope Valley, RI
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East Providence, RI to Hope Valley, RI is 32.4 miles and takes about 44m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily traversing the Northeast region within Rhode Island. The drive is mostly highway, making it a quick and efficient way to get between these two points. Given its short duration and predictable nature, it's ideal for a quick errand or a short hop to a different part of the state. You'll find it a practical choice for getting where you need to go with minimal fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Iway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Providence Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Freeborn Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Warren Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Providence, RI and Hope Valley, RI.
Start on RI 103
Turn right onto Broadway
Turn left onto Freeborn Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 195; US 1A; US 6
Continue on I 195; US 1A; US 6; US 44
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left 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 30.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: New York, Eddy Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Thurbers Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
$5.22 one way
$10.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.20 | $12.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.15 | $14.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in East Providence on Saturday
Local time
9:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Hope Valley on Saturday
Local time
9:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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 route leans heavily on highway driving, with 89% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 95. Expect a consistent, high-speed experience for the majority of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.1 miles on I 95, so settle in for a solid period of interstate cruising. While the bulk is highway, you will transition to local roads like Main Street as you approach your destination, offering a slight change of pace. Overall, it’s a very highway-focused drive designed for efficient travel.
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 Broadway.
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 32.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Providence, RI to Hope Valley, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Kingstown along the way.
Kingstown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 32.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m 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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