Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
37 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
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.
East Providence, RI
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Hopkinton, RI
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East Providence, RI to Hopkinton, RI is 37 miles and takes about 49 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays entirely within Rhode Island, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or an errand. The drive is primarily highway-focused, so expect a straightforward journey. With only one day recommended for this route, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, making it easy to fit into your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 31 mi | 38m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Iway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Providence Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Woodville Alton Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Woodville Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Freeborn Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Providence, RI and Hopkinton, 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
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto Woodville Alton Road
Turn left onto RI 3
Turn left onto Woodville Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from East Providence, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.8 — 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 right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Hopkinton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward Hopkinton, Chariho
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.55 | $13.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in East Providence on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Hopkinton on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 86% of it utilizing major roadways like I 95. You'll experience a significant stretch of 31 miles on I 95 without interruption, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the bulk of the journey is on faster roads, it does incorporate Main Street and Iway, suggesting a transition into more local or arterial roads as you near your destination. The character of the drive is largely about efficient travel on well-maintained highways.
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 12 decision points packed into just 37 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
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 13.6 miles (I 95): 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 East Providence, RI to Hopkinton, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Chariho along the way.
Chariho
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). 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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