Fall River to Newport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fall River from Newport?

The distance from Fall River to Newport is 16.7 miles (26.9 km) as the crow flies. Newport is located SSW of Fall River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21.7 miles, taking about 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States — Fall River in Massachusetts and Newport in Rhode Island.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fall River and Newport. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.