Origin
New Shoreham, RI
Night in New Shoreham on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Shoreham, RI to Kenyon, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
35.6 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Shoreham, RI
Brent Singleton
Kenyon, RI
DMN Atölye
Trip Overview
New Shoreham, RI to Kenyon, RI is 35.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 25 minutes via Point Judith – Block Island, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within Rhode Island, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive with frequent turns, characteristic of local roads rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Given the short distance and duration, this trip is easily manageable as a same-day excursion. It's a straightforward local drive, perfect for those who prefer exploring at a more relaxed pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Point Judith – Block Island | 14.6 mi | 55m |
| Commodore Perry Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| South County Trail | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Point Judith Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Post Road | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Galilee Escape Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Post Road Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Galilee Connector Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Point Judith – Block Island
— 14.6 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Shoreham, RI and Kenyon, RI.
1
Start on Water Street
131 ft
·
3 sec
·
Water Street
2
Enter roundabout onto High Street
44 ft
·
1 sec
·
High Street
3
Continue on High Street
255 ft
·
17 sec
·
High Street
4
Turn left
72 ft
·
5 sec
5
Keep slight right at fork
493 ft
·
39 sec
6
Turn right
101 ft
·
7 sec
7
Continue on Point Judith – Block Island
15 mi
·
55 min
·
Point Judith – Block Island
8
Continue
30 ft
·
2 sec
9
Turn right
124 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn right onto Great Island Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Great Island Road
11
Turn left onto Sand Hill Cove Road
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Sand Hill Cove Road
12
Keep slight left at fork onto Galilee Connector Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Galilee Connector Road
13
Turn right onto Great Island Road
379 ft
·
7 sec
·
Great Island Road
14
Turn right onto Galilee Escape Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Galilee Escape Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto RI 108
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Point Judith Road
16
Enter roundabout onto RI 1A; RI 108
305 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kingstown Road
17
Continue on RI 1A; RI 108
378 ft
·
14 sec
·
Kingstown Road
18
Take the ramp onto Tower Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Tower Hill Road
19
Merge onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Post Road Freeway
20
Continue on US 1
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Commodore Perry Highway
21
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Post Road
22
Take the exit
498 ft
·
13 sec
23
Turn straight onto RI 2; RI 112
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South County Trail
24
Continue on RI 2
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South County Trail
25
Turn left onto Sherman Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Sherman Avenue
26
Turn left onto Lewiston Avenue
179 ft
·
4 sec
·
Lewiston Avenue
27
Arrive at destination
Lewiston Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from New Shoreham, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
High Street
Enter roundabout onto High Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
RI 108 / Point Judith Road
At end of road, turn left onto RI 108 / Point Judith Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.73 one way
$11.46 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.31 | $12.61 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.86 | $15.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Kenyon, RI
Night in Kenyon on Saturday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Kingston, RI
18 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and intersections rather than cruising on a straight highway. With a highway share of only 1, most of your driving will be on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.6 miles on Point Judith – Block Island, offering a brief period of steady driving before more frequent turns resume. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and road conditions.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.6 mi on Point Judith – Block Island.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near High Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 35.6 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start (High Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 35.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.6 miles on Point Judith – Block Island. 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 Kenyon, RI 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: near the start (High Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Roger Williams National Memorial. 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 Kenyon, RI 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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