Origin
Eastham, MA
Late night in Eastham on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Eastham, MA to Fall River, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
80.9 mi
130 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eastham, MA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 80.9 miles across Massachusetts, this drive from Eastham to Fall River typically takes about 1 hour and 51 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Mid Cape Highway, MA 25, and I-195, making this a straightforward trek that works perfectly as a single-day trip. With fuel costs estimated at around $13, it is an affordable excursion that requires no overnight stops. Since both your start and end points remain within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural feel throughout the journey. It is a practical route for travelers looking to bridge the gap between the Cape and the South Coast without unnecessary complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Eastham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Cape Highway | 36.1 mi | 51m |
| I 195 | 26.6 mi | 32m |
| MA 25 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Sandwich Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| MA 28 | 1 mi | 1m |
| MA 6A | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bedford Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mid Cape Highway
— 36.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastham, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on this road
66 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Samoset Road
72 ft
·
5 sec
·
Samoset Road
3
Turn right onto US 6
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
4
Enter roundabout onto US 6
404 ft
·
13 sec
·
Mid Cape Highway
Toward Hyannis, Boston
5
Continue on US 6
36 mi
·
50 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
Toward Hyannis, Boston
6
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mid Cape Highway
7
Take the exit onto MA 6A
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 6A
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Use the straight lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Sandwich Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on Sandwich Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Sandwich Road
10
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
MA 28
11
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 28
12
Continue on MA 25
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
MA 25
13
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
14
Continue on I 195
26 mi
·
31 min
·
I 195
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 195
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 13-12
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 195 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 12
Toward Pleasant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
81 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pleasant Street
20
Turn left onto Seventh Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Seventh Street
21
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bedford Street
22
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
·
Purchase Street
23
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 51 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 80.9-mile journey, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is approximately $13, so topping off your tank before you leave Eastham is a simple way to avoid unnecessary stops later. Monitor your speed as you transition between the highway segments, especially when moving from the Mid Cape Highway onto MA 25. Utilizing this direct path allows you to maximize your time once you reach your destination in Fall River.
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 40.4 miles from Eastham, MA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.1 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 59m 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 35m
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 Eastham, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eastham, MA
This is one driving day of about 80.9 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Eastham, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Mid Cape Highway for about 36.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Eastham, MA, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 38.6 and 80.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
38.6 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
39.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
Sandwich Road
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
79.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m 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
80.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m 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
80.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m 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
$12.95 one way
$25.89 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $14.12 | $28.24 |
| premium | $4.82 | $15.36 | $30.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.86 | $35.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.33 | $5.18 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Fall River, MA
Late night in Fall River on Sunday
Local time
1:57 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 51m 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...
1 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 66.9
View on nps.gov
Cape Cod National Seashore
National Seashore
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
$25
View on nps.gov
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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 80.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed drive profile, balancing about 45% highway travel with local road segments. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 36.1 miles along the Mid Cape Highway, which helps you make steady progress early on. Expect the road's personality to shift as you transition from the coastal environment of Eastham onto the higher-speed corridors of MA 25 and I-195. Because the route relies on these major arteries, the driving experience is generally efficient rather than technical. You should prepare for a transition between the more rural stretches of the Cape and the denser, infrastructure-heavy approach to Fall River.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.1 mi on Mid Cape Highway.
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 38.6 miles in near MA 6A.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.9 miles you will encounter 16 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 38.6 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 79.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Eastham, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.
Providence Rhode Island
52.3 mi in
|
~1h 14m
About the Cities
Arriving in Fall River, MA
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 80.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). 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 36.1 miles on Mid Cape Highway. 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 38.6 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 79.9 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.
How this page is built
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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