How far is Oak Bluffs, MA from Fall River, MA?

Fastest route

The distance between Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, and Fall River, Massachusetts is approximately 64.9 miles (104.4 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 5 minutes. The recommended route is via I-195 W, which includes a ferry ride.

Directions

  1. Start your journey on Community Ave, heading northeast toward School St.
  2. Turn left to stay on Siloam Ave.
  3. Continue on Siloam Ave, then take a right to stay on Siloam Ave.
  4. Make a sharp left onto Seaview Ave.
  5. Turn right onto Oak Bluffs Ave.
  6. Proceed to the Woods Hole - Oak Bluffs Ferry terminal to catch the ferry.

Once you arrive at Fall River, Massachusetts: 7. Take Pleasant St from I-195 W and exit at Pleasant St (Exit 13-12). 8. Keep left to continue on MA-25 W, following signs for I-195/I-495. 9. Take exit 1 for I-195 W toward New Bedford/Providence RI. 10. Take exit 13-12 for Pleasant St. 11. Follow Pleasant St, then turn right onto Bedford St. 12. Finally, turn left onto Second St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸš— Allow sufficient time for the 2-hour journey, considering possible traffic conditions.
  • 🚒 Check the ferry schedule in advance to ensure you catch the Woods Hole - Oak Bluffs Ferry.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Use a GPS or navigation app for real-time updates on the fastest route and to avoid any unexpected road closures or detours.
  • β›½ Refuel your vehicle before starting the trip to Fall River, as it's a relatively long distance.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks or plan for a meal stop along the way to keep yourself refreshed during the journey.
  • πŸ’‘ Bring some entertainment, such as music, podcasts, or audiobooks, to make the travel time more enjoyable.
  • πŸ“± Keep your mobile phone fully charged and bring a car charger for emergencies or navigation assistance.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
65.41 mi
01h 57m
Flight
35.09 mi
56.47 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
35.09 mi
Kilometers
56.47 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
65.41 mi
Kilometers
105.26 km
Drive Time
01h 57m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fall River
Wed, Apr 22, 11:11 PM EDT
Return by in Oak Bluffs
Thu, Apr 23, 1:09 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oak Bluffs
2026-04-22T21:14
Arrive Fall River
Wed, Apr 22, 11:11 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:57 AM to 11:57 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:36 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oak Bluffs
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
White Island Shores
MA

Census-designated place in Plymouth County, Massachusetts

From Oak Bluffs
33.4 mi
00h 58m
To Fall River
31.9 mi
00h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Oak Bluffs Weather
MA
Live fallback forecast
53Β°F
Wednesday
Using Wareham as the closest live forecast in the Massachusetts weather hub.

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
18 to 24 mph SW
Destination
Fall River Weather
MA
Live fallback forecast
56Β°F
Wednesday
Using Dighton as the closest live forecast in the Bristol County weather hub.

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Bluffs and Fall River.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oak Bluffs and Fall River.

  1. 1

    Start on Butler Avenue

    52 m Β· 26 sec Β· Butler Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Jordan Crossing

    77 m Β· 31 sec Β· Jordan Crossing

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Siloam Avenue

    102 m Β· 15 sec Β· Siloam Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Siloam Avenue

    152 m Β· 27 sec Β· Siloam Avenue

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Lake Avenue

    551 ft Β· 11 sec Β· Lake Avenue

  6. 6

    Continue on New York Avenue

    2227 ft Β· 1 min Β· New York Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Towanticut Avenue

    784 ft Β· 22 sec Β· Towanticut Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn slight right onto Eastville Avenue

    2370 ft Β· 1 min Β· Eastville Avenue

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Eastville Avenue

    126 m Β· 8 sec Β· Eastville Avenue

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Beach Road

    1.3 mi Β· 4 min Β· Beach Road

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Water Street

    118 m Β· 12 sec Β· Water Street

  12. 12

    Turn right

    113 m Β· 27 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on Woods Hole - Vineyard Haven Ferry

    7.9 mi Β· 45 min Β· Woods Hole - Vineyard Haven Ferry

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    62 m Β· 19 sec

  15. 15

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Railroad Avenue

    127 m Β· 20 sec Β· Railroad Avenue

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto Woods Hole Road

    3.3 mi Β· 7 min Β· Woods Hole Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Locust Street

    1862 ft Β· 1 min Β· Locust Street

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street

    713 ft Β· 9 sec Β· North Main Street

  19. 19

    Continue on Palmer Avenue

    1 mi Β· 2 min Β· Palmer Avenue

  20. 20

    Continue on West Falmouth Highway

    8.3 mi Β· 12 min Β· West Falmouth Highway

  21. 21

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hero's Circle

    715 ft Β· 17 sec Β· General MacArthur Boulevard

  22. 22

    Exit the rotary onto General MacArthur Boulevard

    4 mi Β· 6 min Β· General MacArthur Boulevard

  23. 23

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bourne Rotary

    123 m Β· 14 sec

  24. 24

    Exit the rotary

    1 mi Β· 2 min

  25. 25

    Continue straight

    9.1 mi Β· 11 min

  26. 26

    Take the exit slight right toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island

    1 mi Β· 2 min

  27. 27

    Continue straight

    25.9 mi Β· 31 min

  28. 28

    Keep slight left

    1.1 km Β· 58 sec

  29. 29

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 81 South: Plymouth Avenue, Pleasant Street

    955 ft Β· 23 sec

  30. 30

    Keep slight left to continue on I 195 West

    1508 ft Β· 37 sec

  31. 31

    Keep slight right to continue on Pleasant Street

    608 ft Β· 17 sec

  32. 32

    Turn right onto Pleasant Street

    25 m Β· 7 sec Β· Pleasant Street

  33. 33

    Turn left onto Seventh Street

    548 ft Β· 17 sec Β· Seventh Street

  34. 34

    Turn left onto Bedford Street

    1137 ft Β· 40 sec Β· Bedford Street

  35. 35

    Turn left onto Purchase Street

    82 m Β· 20 sec Β· Purchase Street

  36. 36

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Purchase Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Bluffs and Fall River.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
36 steps
18 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
1 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
55 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 195 West
27.9 mi Β· 43%
Bourne Rotary
10.2 mi Β· 16%
West Falmouth Highway
8.34 mi Β· 13%
Woods Hole - Vineyard Haven Ferry
7.95 mi Β· 12%
General MacArthur Boulevard
4.06 mi Β· 6%
Woods Hole Road
3.31 mi Β· 5%
Longest Stretch

I 195 West

Continue straight

25.9 mi Β· 00h 31m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.3 mi
35.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
White Island Shores
00h 58m from Oak Bluffs
Leave By
2:36 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Oak Bluffs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Fall River.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oak Bluffs to Fall River?

The road trip is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km) and usually takes 01h 57m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

White Island Shores is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.4 miles from Oak Bluffs and 31.9 miles from Fall River.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.99 one way or $17.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Oak Bluffs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Fall River.

Stop Ideas Near White Island Shores

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around White Island Shores, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to White Island Shores.

RAIL

Route 128 station

62 mi away
50 University Ave
RAIL

Providence station

65 mi away
100 Gaspee Street
RAIL

South Station

70 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Back Bay station

71 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oak Bluffs and Fall River. Straight-line distance: 35.09 mi (56.47 km).

Oak Bluffs

#1 Oak Bluffs

Town in Massachusetts

Population4,696
Coordinates41.4542800, -70.5619700
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Fall River

#2 Fall River

The most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts.

Population89,792
Coordinates41.7014900, -71.1550500
Altitude33
CountryUnited States
Start: Clinton Avenue (-70.561964, 41.454278)
End: Purchase Street (-71.155051, 41.701426)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 105 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 18m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.31 gal
8.74 L Β· about $8.99
Round trip
$17.97
4.62 gal Β· 17.48 L
Estimated CO2
20.5 kg one way
Round trip: 41.1 kg / 91 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $8.99 $17.97
Mid-grade $4.40 $10.16 $20.31
Premium $4.80 $11.09 $22.17
Diesel $4.49 $10.37 $20.73

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts Β· Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Oak Bluffs and Fall River. The current time is 21:14:19.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.