Origin
West Warwick, RI
Late night in West Warwick on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Warwick, RI to East Providence, RI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
14.2 mi
23 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Warwick, RI
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East Providence, RI
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 14.9 miles, this quick jaunt between West Warwick and East Providence is a straightforward trek across the Rhode Island landscape. You can easily complete the entire trip in about 21 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel budget of roughly $2, it is one of the most cost-effective drives in the Northeast region. Because the route stays entirely on local roads, you won't need to worry about the complexities of interstate travel. Whether you are commuting or just crossing the state for an afternoon, this trip offers a simple, low-stakes way to get from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 8.6 mi | 11m |
| Centerville Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Legris Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Iway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Warren Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Providence Expressway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 8.6 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Warwick, RI and East Providence, RI.
1
Start on Main Street
168 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on RI 117
313 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto RI 117
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Legris Avenue
4
Continue on RI 117
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Centerville Road
5
Continue on RI 117
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Centerville Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 95 North: Providence
7
Merge onto I 95
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 95
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Toward I 95 North: Providence
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 36A
Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 195; US 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Iway
11
Continue on I 195; US 1A; US 6; US 44
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Providence Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 1D
Toward RI 103 East: Warren Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto RI 103
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Warren Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
RI 103
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 13.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
RI 117 / Legris Avenue
Turn left onto RI 117 / Legris Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 toward I 95 North: Providence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Providence
8
11.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit 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
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward RI 103 East: Warren Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1D
Toward RI 103 East: Warren Avenue
6
13.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
RI 103 / Warren Avenue
Turn left onto RI 103 / Warren Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.29 one way
$4.57 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.52 | $5.03 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
East Providence, RI
Late night in East Providence on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
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.
Temperature spread
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged with the surrounding area rather than zoning out on a monotonous highway. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 21-minute duration navigating surface streets like Main Street, Legris Avenue, and Centerville Road. The route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, meaning you should be prepared for frequent intersections and changing traffic patterns. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that favors local maneuverability over high-speed cruising. You will feel the rhythm of the city as you transition through these neighborhoods, making for a very different experience than a typical interstate trek.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Centerville Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near RI 117 / Legris Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.2 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (RI 117 / Legris Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
148 ft
-2 ft
Total Climb
86 ft
Total Descent
174 ft
Highest Point
148 ft
Elevation Range
149 ft
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 West Warwick, RI to East Providence, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Cape Cod
11.8 mi in
|
~17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 14.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.1 miles (RI 117 / Legris Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Roger Williams National Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. 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 East Providence, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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