Origin
North Kingstown, RI
Night in North Kingstown on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from North Kingstown, RI to Cumberland Hill, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Kingstown, RI
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Cumberland Hill, RI
Clément Proust
Trip Overview
North Kingstown to Cumberland Hill is 35 miles and takes about 46 minutes via I-295 and I-95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within Rhode Island, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and highway focus, this trip is best suited for a single-day excursion. You'll be covering a relatively short distance, making it ideal for a quick commute or a brief journey between nearby towns. Plan for this to be a driving-centric experience with minimal travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| Col Rodman Highway | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| I 95 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Woonsocket Industrial Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Allenton Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street Manville | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Sayles Hill Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Old River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 18.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Kingstown, RI and Cumberland Hill, RI.
1
Start on this road
364 ft
·
27 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right
93 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn left
52 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Tower Hill Road
5
Turn right onto West Allenton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Allenton Road
6
Turn right onto RI 4
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Col Rodman Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 295
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18B
Toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on RI 99
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Woonsocket Industrial Highway
Exit 8C
Toward RI 99: Woonsocket, Cumberland
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 1
Toward North Smithfield, Lincoln
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
211 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Sayles Hill Road, Lincoln
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Sayles Hill Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Sayles Hill Road
14
Continue on RI 126
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Old River Road
15
Turn left onto Main Street Manville
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Main Street Manville
16
Continue on Manville Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Manville Hill Road
17
Arrive at destination
Manville Hill Road
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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from North Kingstown, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 33.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
8
12.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 28A
Toward I 295 North: Woonsocket
7
31.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket
8
33.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward North Smithfield, Lincoln
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 1
Toward North Smithfield, Lincoln
9
33.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Sayles Hill Road, Lincoln
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Sayles Hill Road, Lincoln
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.63 one way
$11.27 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 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 | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
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
Cumberland Hill, RI
Night in Cumberland Hill on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
46m 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 trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 61% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I-295 and I-95. Expect to spend the majority of your time on these faster-paced routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.6 miles on I-295, allowing for a consistent speed for a significant portion of the drive. While the profile is highway-centric, you will transition between different interstate highways, so pay attention to your navigation as you switch roads. The character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.6 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Col Rodman Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in near I 95.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 35 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 North Kingstown, RI to Cumberland Hill, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Cumberland along the way.
Cumberland
32.2 mi in
|
~41m
|
via RI 99
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 35 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.6 miles on I 295. 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 Cumberland Hill, 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: at 10.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cumberland Hill, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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