Origin
Wellfleet, MA
Late night in Wellfleet on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Wellfleet, MA to Fall River, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
90.3 mi
145 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wellfleet, MA
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Trip Overview
This 90.3-mile drive from Wellfleet, MA to Fall River, MA takes approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. The route utilizes a mix of major roadways including the Mid Cape Highway, I-195, and MA-25, with about 45% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, this drive offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two Massachusetts locations. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you won't be crossing any major geographical boundaries. This is a practical, no-frills journey designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.1 miles from Wellfleet, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Cape Highway | 36.1 mi | 51m |
| I 195 | 26.6 mi | 32m |
| MA 25 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Route 6 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Sandwich Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| State Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| MA 28 | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Mid Cape Highway
— 36.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellfleet, MA and Fall River, MA.
1
Start on Holbrook Avenue
0.1 mi
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22 sec
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Holbrook Avenue
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 6
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 6
4
Continue on US 6
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
5
Continue on US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 6
6
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway
7
Continue on US 6
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto US 6
404 ft
·
13 sec
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Mid Cape Highway
Toward Hyannis, Boston
9
Continue on US 6
36 mi
·
50 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
Toward Hyannis, Boston
10
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mid Cape Highway
11
Take the exit onto MA 6A
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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MA 6A
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Use the straight lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
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Sandwich Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Sandwich Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Sandwich Road
14
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
22 ft
·
0 sec
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MA 28
15
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 28
16
Continue on MA 25
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
MA 25
17
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
18
Continue on I 195
26 mi
·
31 min
·
I 195
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 195
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 195
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 13-12
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 195 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 12
Toward Pleasant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
81 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pleasant Street
24
Turn left onto Seventh Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Seventh Street
25
Turn left onto Bedford Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bedford Street
26
Turn left onto Purchase Street
269 ft
·
19 sec
·
Purchase Street
27
Arrive at destination
Purchase Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 8 minute duration, this drive is comfortably manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Wellfleet in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially on weekends. While there are no explicitly noted stops, consider a brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The estimated fuel cost is a lean $14, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Wellfleet. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the Mid Cape Highway, I-195, and MA-25, as these are key points where the driving character will change.
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 45.1 miles from Wellfleet, MA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.1 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 20 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 47m
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 Wellfleet, 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 Wellfleet, MA
This is one driving day of about 90.3 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Wellfleet, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Mid Cape Highway for about 36.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.1 miles from Wellfleet, MA, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 48 and 89.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
MA 6A
Take the exit onto MA 6A toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
7
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Sandwich Road
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
89.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant 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 13-12
Toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant S...
8
89.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 195 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 195 West
9
89.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Pleasant Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Pleasant Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.45 one way
$28.90 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
| premium | $4.82 | $17.15 | $34.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.94 | $39.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.48 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Fall River, MA
Late night in Fall River on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
42°F
Sandwich, MA
45 mi in
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 8m 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?
You'll experience a mixed drive on this route, balancing highway speeds with other road types. Approximately 45% of the 90.3 miles are on highways, offering stretches where you can maintain consistent speed. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.1 miles on the Mid Cape Highway, providing a good opportunity to settle in. As you progress, the road will transition between these different types of driving experiences, keeping things from becoming monotonous. Expect a dynamic journey that offers variety in its road conditions and pace.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.1 mi on Mid Cape Highway.
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 48 miles in near MA 6A.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 90.3 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 48 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 89.3 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.
Between Wellfleet, MA and Fall River, MA, road signs point toward Hyannis, Boston and Providence Rhode Island.
Hyannis
11.9 mi in
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~21m
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via US 6
Boston
11.9 mi in
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~21m
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via US 6
Providence Rhode Island
61.8 mi in
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~1h 31m
About the Cities
Arriving in Fall River, MA
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 90.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.1 miles on Mid Cape Highway. 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 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 48 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 89.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fall River, MA 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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