Spanning 100 miles across Massachusetts, this trip from North Chicopee to Fall River is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, saving you the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the transit. The route connects two distinct areas within the Northeast, providing a reliable link between the regions. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a practical way to navigate the state without unnecessary complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50 miles from North Chicopee, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
44.3 mi
51m
East Providence Expressway
13.5 mi
16m
Providence Pike
7.7 mi
8m
Eddie Dowling Highway
7.5 mi
8m
Worcester Providence Turnpike
7 mi
8m
North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi
6m
US 6
3.3 mi
5m
Old Louisquisset Pike
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 44.3 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Chicopee, MA and Fall River, MA.
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Start on Montauk Road
65 ft·3 sec·Montauk Road
2
Turn slight left onto Montello Road
0.2 mi·44 sec·Montello Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Dale Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·Dale Street
4
Turn right onto Montgomery Street
0.9 mi·1 min·Montgomery Street
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·1 min
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
8
Merge onto I 90
44 mi·51 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 94Toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·33 sec·this road
Toward MA 146, US 20
11
Turn right
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward MA 146
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward MA 146 South
13
Merge onto MA 122A; MA 146
1.6 mi·2 min·Worcester-Providence Turnpike
14
Continue on MA 146
0.9 mi·1 min·Purple Heart Highway
15
Continue on MA 146
7.0 mi·8 min·Worcester Providence Turnpike
16
Continue on MA 146
0.3 mi·22 sec·Purple Heart Highway
17
Continue on MA 146
7.7 mi·8 min·Providence Pike
18
Continue on MA 146
0.2 mi·15 sec·Purple Heart Highway
19
Continue on RI 146
5.7 mi·6 min·North Smithfield Expressway
20
Continue on RI 146
7.5 mi·8 min·Eddie Dowling Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on RI 146
2.9 mi·3 min·Old Louisquisset Pike
22
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi·1 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit onto US 6
3.3 mi·5 min·US 6
Exit 36AToward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape CodUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6
13 mi·16 min·East Providence Expressway
Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MAUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 12-13Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Hartwell Street
26
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft·12 sec
Exit 12Toward Downtown Fall RiverUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn right onto Hartwell Street
0.1 mi·14 sec·Hartwell Street
28
Continue on Troy Street
0.2 mi·21 sec·Troy Street
29
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Bedford Street
30
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft·19 sec·Purchase Street
31
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns to ensure the smoothest transit. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the Massachusetts Turnpike, which serves as the backbone of your route. With no designated stops required, you can easily complete the 100-mile stretch in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Providence Pike is a smart habit. Utilize the $16 fuel estimate as a baseline for your travel budget, but consider adding a small buffer for fluctuations at the pump. Being mindful of the high highway percentage will help you stay alert during the longer, faster segments of the drive.
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 50 miles from North Chicopee, MA, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.3 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50 miles or 1h 2m 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 40m
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 North Chicopee, 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 North Chicopee, MA
This is one driving day of about 100 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from North Chicopee, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 44.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 46.4 and 99.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
46.4 mi into trip|~56m in
Take the exit toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 94
Toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
6
47.2 mi into trip|~58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 146 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MA 146 South
8
82.5 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
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 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence,...
8
85.8 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA
9
99.4 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Fall River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Downtown Fall River
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.00 one way
$32.01 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$17.45
$34.91
premium
$4.82
$18.99
$37.98
diesel
$5.61
$22.08
$44.16
Estimated Tolls: $3.26
Massachusetts Turnpike
(44.3 mi)$2.66
Worcester Providence Turnpike
(7 mi)$0.49
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
(1.6 mi)$0.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
Efficient EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
EV Truck/SUV
40
0
$14.00
$6.40
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
North Chicopee, MA
Late night
in North Chicopee on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fall River, MA
Late night
in Fall River on Sunday
Local time
12:17 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
2h 4m 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.
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...
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
"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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 100
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 48.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 77% of your time will be spent cruising on major roads. Your journey relies heavily on the Massachusetts Turnpike, the East Providence Expressway, and the Providence Pike to maintain steady momentum. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along the Massachusetts Turnpike, which covers 44.3 miles of the trip. The character of the drive is defined by these high-speed segments, making it more of an efficient transit route than a winding scenic tour. Stay prepared for consistent traffic flow as you transition between these primary thoroughfares.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.3 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and East Providence Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 100 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 46.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 82.5 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
817 ft52 ft
Total Climb
765 ft
Total Descent
798 ft
Highest Point
817 ft
~35.7 mi in
Elevation Range
765 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Chicopee, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Providence, Cape Cod and Seekonk.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 100 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.26 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 46.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 82.5 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, New England National Scenic Trail and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). 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.
