Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westerly, RI
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Kenyon, RI
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This short, 16.9-mile drive from Westerly to Kenyon, Rhode Island, will take you about 23 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on local roads like Post Road, South County Trail, and Franklin Street, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is a very reasonable $3, so you won't need to worry about breaking the bank on gas. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Rhode Island. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a quick excursion or as part of a larger exploration of the area.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Post Road | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| South County Trail | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Franklin Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Granite Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Sherman Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lewiston Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grove Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Westerly, RI and Kenyon, RI.
Start on RI 3
Turn left onto US 1
Continue on US 1
Continue on US 1
Continue on US 1
Take the exit
Merge onto US 1
Take the exit
Turn straight onto RI 2; RI 112
Continue on RI 2
Turn left onto Sherman Avenue
Turn left onto Lewiston Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 1 / Granite Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 1 / Post Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto Sherman Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Lewiston Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.99 one way
$5.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| premium | $5.29 | $3.52 | $7.04 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $3.56 | $7.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Westerly on Wednesday
Local time
3:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Kenyon on Wednesday
Local time
3:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 16.9-mile journey. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating through communities and along local thoroughfares for the duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.9 miles along Post Road. This type of route means you'll be experiencing frequent changes in speed and direction, so staying attentive is key. It's the kind of drive where you get a real feel for the local landscape as you go.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Granite Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Granite Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles (US 1 / Post Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 11.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
228 ft
Total Descent
156 ft
Highest Point
132 ft
~14.5 mi in
Elevation Range
112 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
Westerly
Hours: Mo-Fr 05:30-13:00; Sa 07:00-14:00
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: Mo-Su 06:00-18:00
Visit websiteCafe
Near the start, right off the route
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Westerly, RI
Cuisine: pizza;breakfast
Hours: Mo-Sa 8:00-21:00; Su 9:00-20:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Pawcatuck, CT
Cuisine: ice_cream;burger;chicken
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Westerly, RI
Cuisine: burger
Hours: 07:00-24:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Westerly, RI
Cuisine: american;burger;sandwich;seafood
Hours: Mo-Th, Su 11:00-22:30;Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Westerly, RI
Cuisine: asian
Attraction
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Park
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Viewpoint
Early in the drive, short detour
Park
Near the start, short detour
Camp_site
Near the start, ~9 min detour
CT
Heritage
Near the start, right off the route
RI
Visit websiteMuseum
Around the midpoint, right off the route
RI
District
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Memorial
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Propeller
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hotel
Early in the drive, short detour
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
Camp_site
Near the start, ~9 min detour
CT
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Westerly is a town on the southwestern shoreline of Washington County, Rhode Island. First settled by Elder John Crandall in 1661 it is believed that John Crandall named the town after his birthplace in Westerleigh, England. Today Westerly has many references to his name. In 2010, this community had a population of 23,000, which covers 30.1 square miles (78 km²) of land and 44.7 square miles (116 km²) of water. Westerly has a friendly atmosphere. Visitors from all over enjoy the calm beaches and the unique shops that the downtown area has to offer.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 16.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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