Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
14.7 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren, RI
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Cranston, RI
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This quick 14.7-mile drive from Warren to Cranston, Rhode Island, will take you about 26 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate primarily on the Wampanoag Trail, County Road, and East Shore Expressway. With a highway share of 35%, expect a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this short journey is a budget-friendly $2. Given its brevity, this route is perfect for a spontaneous excursion or as a segment of a larger Rhode Island adventure, requiring no overnight stays. The entire trip stays within the Northeast region and the state of Rhode Island.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wampanoag Trail | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| County Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East Shore Expressway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| I 95 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| East Providence Expressway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Iway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Reservoir Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Warren, RI and Cranston, RI.
Start on RI 103; RI 114
Continue on RI 103; RI 114
Continue on RI 103; RI 114
Keep slight left at fork onto East Shore Expressway
Merge onto I 195; US 6
Continue on I 195; US 1A; US 6; US 44
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit onto I 95
Continue on Roger Williams Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto RI 2
Turn left onto RI 12
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.4 and 14.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 195; US 6 / East Providence Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: New York, Eddy Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Thurbers Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit onto I 95 toward US 1: Elmwood Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto RI 12 / Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.37 one way
$4.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.60 | $5.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.81 | $5.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.25 | $6.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Warren on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Cranston on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
The character of this drive is a blend, with 35% of the route on highways. You'll experience a mixed drive, transitioning between faster-paced expressway sections and more local road segments. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 3.3 miles on the Wampanoag Trail. This means you'll likely encounter varying traffic patterns and speed limits as you move from one type of road to another. The drive offers a dynamic feel as you progress through different driving environments.
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 8.4 miles in near I 195; US 6 / East Providence Expressway.
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 9 decision points packed into just 14.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (I 195; US 6 / East Providence Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 14.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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