Origin
Providence, RI
Late night in Providence on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Providence, RI to Valley Falls, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
7 mi
11 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Providence, RI
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Valley Falls, RI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Providence to Valley Falls, this 9.3-mile journey is an incredibly efficient trip. Expect to spend about 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of just $1, it is an exceptionally economical route within the Northeast region. You will navigate entirely via local roads, avoiding highways altogether for this short distance. Because the drive is so brief, it offers maximum flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for business or a casual visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Broad Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Union Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Thurston Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Goff Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| High Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 2.2 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Providence, RI and Valley Falls, RI.
1
Start on Fulton Street
103 ft
·
8 sec
·
Fulton Street
2
Turn left onto Eddy Street
255 ft
·
10 sec
·
Eddy Street
3
Turn right onto Westminster Street
212 ft
·
9 sec
·
Westminster Street
4
Turn right onto Union Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Union Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 1
220 ft
·
7 sec
·
Fountain Street
6
Turn left onto US 1
74 ft
·
1 sec
·
Dorrance Street
7
Turn slight right onto US 1
353 ft
·
14 sec
·
Francis Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Take the ramp
55 ft
·
1 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
180 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 95
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 95 North: Boston
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
485 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 95 North: Boston, Massachusetts
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 95 North: Boston, Massachusetts
13
Merge onto I 95
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 40
Toward RI 122: Lonsdale Avenue, Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Thurston Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Thurston Street
16
Continue on Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto RI 15
460 ft
·
11 sec
·
Goff Avenue
19
Turn left onto RI 114
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Broad Street
20
Turn right onto Church Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Church Street
21
Turn right onto High Street
442 ft
·
12 sec
·
High Street
22
Arrive at destination
High Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 3.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Boston
7
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Boston, Massachusetts
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Boston, Massachusetts
7
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Boston, Massachusetts
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North: Boston, Massachusetts
8
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward RI 122: Lonsdale Avenue, Main 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 40
Toward RI 122: Lonsdale Avenue, Main Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.13 one way
$2.25 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.24 | $2.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.34 | $2.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.55 | $3.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.61 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Valley Falls, RI
Late night in Valley Falls on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
12m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. You will navigate through city streets using Eddy Street, Westminster Street, and Union Street to reach your destination. Since this route maintains a 0% highway share, you should expect a steady, stop-and-go pace rather than high-speed interstate cruising. The lack of a long, uninterrupted stretch means you will be consistently maneuvering through the local infrastructure. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that prioritizes direct access over high-speed travel.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.2 mi on I 95.
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 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 12m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1 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 Providence, RI to Valley Falls, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Massachusetts along the way.
Massachusetts
1 mi in
|
~2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). 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 2.2 miles on I 95. 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 Valley Falls, 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 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: 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 and 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 Valley Falls, 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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