How far is Woonsocket, RI from Central Falls, RI?
Fastest route
The fastest route from Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895, USA to Central Falls, Rhode Island 02863, USA is approximately 22 minutes covering a distance of 12.4 miles via RI-146 S.
Directions
- 🚗 Continue to Main St
- 🚗 Slight left toward Main St
- 🚗 Take RI-146A S, RI-146 S, and RI-123 E to Washington St in Central Falls
- 🚗 Turn left onto Providence St
- 🚗 Turn left onto RI-146A S/Smithfield Rd
- 🚗 Pass by Taco Bell (on the left in 1.1 mi) RI-146A S turns slightly left and becomes RI-146 S
- 🚗 Take the exit toward RI-123 E/Jenckes Hill Rd
- 🚗 Turn left onto RI-123 E/Jenckes Hill Rd
- 🚗 Continue to follow RI-123 E
- 🚗 Keep right to continue toward Lonsdale Ave
- 🚗 Continue onto Lonsdale Ave
- 🚗 Slight left onto Dexter St
- 🚗 Turn left onto Washington St
- 🚗 Arrive at Central Falls, Rhode Island 02863, USA
Tips & Suggestions
- Pay attention to road signs and follow the directions provided.
- Use GPS or navigation apps for real-time traffic updates.
- It's always a good idea to have a physical or digital map as a backup.
- Keep an eye out for any detours or temporary road closures.
- Observe speed limits and drive safely.
- If you're unfamiliar with the area, consider using a reliable GPS device.
- If possible, plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woonsocket and Central Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woonsocket and Central Falls.
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Start on the route
84 m · 26 sec
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Turn left onto High Street
714 ft · 16 sec · High Street
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Turn right onto Arnold Street
135 m · 15 sec · Arnold Street
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Turn right onto Railroad Street
1281 ft · 28 sec · Railroad Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
85 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Court Street
1036 ft · 17 sec · Court Street
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Continue on Hamlet Avenue
1 km · 57 sec · Hamlet Avenue
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Turn right onto Cumberland Hill Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Cumberland Hill Road
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9
Continue on Mendon Road
6.9 mi · 11 min · Mendon Road
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Turn left onto Broad Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Cowden Street
1284 ft · 37 sec · Cowden Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
41 m · 4 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woonsocket and Central Falls.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Mendon Road
Continue on Mendon Road
6.88 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Woonsocket and Partly Sunny near Central Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woonsocket to Central Falls?
The road trip is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cumberland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.9 miles from Woonsocket and 7 miles from Central Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10 miles (16.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.78 one way or $3.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Woonsocket and Partly Sunny near Central Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Cumberland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cumberland.
Providence station
Framingham station
Route 128 station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woonsocket and Central Falls. Straight-line distance: 9.99 mi (16.07 km).
#1 Woonsocket
The second-largest city in Rhode Island.
| Population | 41,545 |
| Coordinates | 42.0028800, -71.5147800 |
| Altitude | 55 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Central Falls
City in Rhode Island
| Population | 19,468 |
| Coordinates | 41.8906600, -71.3922800 |
| Altitude | 26 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Street (-71.392194, 41.890693)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $1.78 | $3.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.01 | $4.01 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $2.70 | $5.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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