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Trip from Edgartown, 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

2h 14m

Distance

70.7 mi

114 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 5m ★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Dukes County, Massachusetts, United States

Edgartown, MA

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Trip Overview

This 70.7-mile trip from Edgartown, MA, to Fall River, MA, is a straightforward journey that can comfortably be completed in about 2 hours and 14 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate a mix of routes, including the Woods Hole - Oak Bluffs Ferry, MA 25, and I-195. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, this route offers an economical way to travel within Massachusetts. The drive is a mixed bag, with over half of it on highways, providing a good balance of speed and local road navigation. Given its manageable length and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

35.4 miles from Edgartown, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 195 26.6 mi 32m
MA 25 9.1 mi 10m
Woods Hole - Oak Bluffs Ferry 8.5 mi 44m
West Falmouth Highway 8.3 mi 11m
General MacArthur Boulevard 4.1 mi 6m
Woods Hole Road 3.3 mi 7m
Sea View Avenue 3 mi 5m
Beach Road 1.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 195 — 26.6 mi, about 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edgartown, MA and Fall River, MA.

1

Start on South Water Street

228 ft · 7 sec · South Water Street
2

Turn right onto Davis Lane

0.2 mi · 52 sec · Davis Lane
3

At end of road, turn right onto Peases Point Way South

351 ft · 17 sec · Peases Point Way South
4

Turn sharp left onto Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street
5

Continue on Beach Road

1.9 mi · 3 min · Beach Road
6

Continue on Sea View Avenue

3.0 mi · 5 min · Sea View Avenue
7

Turn right onto Oak Bluffs Avenue

0.1 mi · 34 sec · Oak Bluffs Avenue
8

Turn slight left onto Woods Hole - Oak Bluffs Ferry

8.5 mi · 44 min · Woods Hole - Oak Bluffs Ferry
9

Continue

203 ft · 18 sec
10

At end of road, turn left onto Railroad Avenue

416 ft · 21 sec · Railroad Avenue
11

Merge onto Woods Hole Road

3.3 mi · 7 min · Woods Hole Road
12

Continue on Locust Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Locust Street
13

At end of road, turn left onto MA 28

0.1 mi · 9 sec · North Main Street
14

Continue on MA 28

1.0 mi · 2 min · Palmer Avenue
15

Continue on MA 28

8.3 mi · 11 min · West Falmouth Highway
16

Enter roundabout onto MA 28

0.1 mi · 17 sec · General MacArthur Boulevard
17

Continue on MA 28

4.0 mi · 5 min · General MacArthur Boulevard
18

Enter roundabout onto MA 28

402 ft · 13 sec · MA 28
19

Continue on MA 28

1.0 mi · 1 min · MA 28
20

Continue on MA 25

9.1 mi · 10 min · MA 25
21

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1 Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
22

Continue on I 195

26 mi · 31 min · I 195
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork onto I 195

0.7 mi · 58 sec · I 195
24

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.
25

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 195 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Exit 12 Toward Pleasant Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Turn right onto Pleasant Street

81 ft · 7 sec · Pleasant Street
28

Turn left onto Seventh Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Seventh Street
29

Turn left onto Bedford Street

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Bedford Street
30

Turn left onto Purchase Street

269 ft · 19 sec · Purchase Street
31

Arrive at destination

Purchase Street

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 14-minute drive, consider departing mid-morning to avoid the busiest ferry times, if applicable, and to allow for a relaxed start. Since there are no specific recommended stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, with ample opportunities for fuel and rest along the main roads. The longest stretch without a break is about 26.6 miles on I-195, so plan accordingly. With a low fuel cost of around $11, you can confidently complete this trip without needing to budget for extensive refueling stops.

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 35.4 miles from Edgartown, MA, or about 1h 29m 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 16 miles or 59m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 35.4 miles or 1h 29m 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 59m

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 Edgartown, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Edgartown, MA

This is one driving day of about 70.7 miles and 2h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Edgartown, 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.

census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monument Beach, MA

35 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.

Popular next leg

Monument Beach, MA to Fall River, MA

41.5 mi · 55m

Pacing Suggestions

Falmouth, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monument Beach, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Edgartown, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

New Bedford Whaling Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 55.6

New Bedford, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15089970046

Visit website

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 55.6

New Bedford, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15089964095

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 70.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | Peases Point Way South

At end of road, turn right onto Peases Point Way South

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
42.2 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Take the exit toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 1 Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhod...
8
69.8 mi into trip | ~2h 11m 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
69.9 mi into trip | ~2h 11m 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
70.2 mi into trip | ~2h 12m 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

$11.31 one way

$22.63 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $12.34 $24.68
premium $4.82 $13.42 $26.85
diesel $5.61 $15.61 $31.22

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: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.2 0 $7.42 $3.39
Efficient EV 17.7 0 $6.19 $2.83
EV Truck/SUV 28.3 0 $9.90 $4.52

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Jun 21, 2022

Origin

Edgartown, MA

Night in Edgartown on Saturday

Local time

10:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fall River, MA

Night in Fall River on Saturday

Local time

10:44 PM

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

2h 14m 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

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 58.5
View on nps.gov
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

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 70.7
View on nps.gov
Cape Cod National Seashore

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...

30 mi from route ~75 min detour $25 near mile 34.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a varied driving experience on this 70.7-mile route. Approximately 52% of your journey will be on highways, primarily I-195, offering stretches of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 26.6 miles along I-195. While much of the route utilizes major roadways, you'll also experience parts of MA 25 and the essential ferry crossing, adding a different pace to your drive. This mixed profile means you'll transition between quicker highway speeds and potentially more local traffic depending on the specific segment.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 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?

8/10

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 0.3 miles in near Peases Point Way South.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 70.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Peases Point Way South): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.8 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.

On the drive from Edgartown, MA to Fall River, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.

Providence Rhode Island

42.2 mi in | ~1h 37m

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 2h 14m. Total distance: 70.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (52%). 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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Peases Point Way South): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.8 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, Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Cape Cod National Seashore. 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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