Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woonsocket, RI
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Bradford, RI
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Woonsocket to Bradford is 56.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 12 minutes via I-95 and I-295, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays entirely within Rhode Island, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a short relocation or a quick visit. You'll find it efficient for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss. Consider this route if you value speed and simplicity for a short distance.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 27.7 mi | 32m |
| I 295 | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| Ashaway Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| RI 146A | 2 mi | 2m |
| High Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Park Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Eddie Dowling Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 92 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~2,861 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~186 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Woonsocket, RI and Bradford, RI.
Start on this road
Turn left onto RI 122
Turn left onto Arnold Street
Turn right onto RI 104
Turn left onto Bernon Street
Enter roundabout onto Bernon Street
Continue on Bernon Street
Turn right onto Greene Street
At end of road, turn right onto Park Avenue
Turn left onto RI 146A
Take the ramp onto RI 146A
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 146A
Take the exit
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto CT 216
Continue on RI 216
At end of road, turn left onto RI 3; RI 216
Turn right onto RI 216
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 216
Turn right onto RI 91; RI 216
Continue on RI 91; RI 216
Keep slight left at fork onto RI 91; RI 216
Turn left onto RI 216
Turn left onto Red Barn Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Gurnsey Avenue
Turn right onto Shetland Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Woonsocket, RI, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 26.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto RI 104 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Bernon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 295, RI 116: Warwick, Boston Massachusetts
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Warwick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$10.04 one way
$20.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $11.00 | $22.00 |
| premium | $5.29 | $11.83 | $23.65 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $11.96 | $23.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Woonsocket on Wednesday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Bradford on Wednesday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
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.
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 81% of the journey taking place on major interstates like I-95 and I-295. You'll experience a consistent, fast-paced feel for much of the trip, including a significant stretch of 27.7 miles on I-95 without interruption. While the profile is predominantly highway, be aware that your route also incorporates Ashaway Road, likely offering a slight change of pace towards the end. Expect a steady cruise with minimal turns, ideal for covering ground quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near RI 104 / Main Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.8 miles you will encounter 26 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 0.4 miles (RI 104 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Bernon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
727 ft
Total Descent
865 ft
Highest Point
456 ft
~40.6 mi in
Elevation Range
404 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Woonsocket, RI to Bradford, RI, road signs begin pointing toward Boston Massachusetts along the way.
Boston Massachusetts
Founded 1867
Woonsocket is a city in Rhode Island along the northern border with Massachusetts.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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