Origin
Amherst, MA
Evening in Amherst on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amherst, MA to Framingham Center, MA
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
72.4 mi
117 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amherst, MA
Phil Evenden
Framingham Center, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Amherst, MA to Framingham Center, MA covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, Federal Street, North Liberty Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.2 miles from Amherst, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 42m highway drive covering 72.4 miles, with most of the trip on Massachusetts Turnpike and Federal Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 48.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Federal Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.9 miles in near US 20 / Thorndike Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 72.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.9 miles (US 20 / Thorndike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
19.9 mi into trip
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~37m in
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US 20 / Thorndike Street
Turn left onto US 20 / Thorndike Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
20.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
21 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
69.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
7
69.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 48.1 mi | 55m |
| Federal Street | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| North Liberty Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| North Washington Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Belchertown Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Worcester Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Palmer Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 48.1 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amherst, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on Depot Road
449 ft
·
20 sec
·
Depot Road
2
Turn right onto MA 116
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Pleasant Street
3
Turn right onto MA 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
College Street
4
Continue on MA 9
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Belchertown Road
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on MA 9
391 ft
·
6 sec
·
USMC League Highway
6
Continue on MA 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Federal Street
7
Continue on Federal Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Federal Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto MA 9
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Federal Street
9
Turn right onto US 202
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto North Washington Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Washington Street
11
Continue on North Liberty Street
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North Liberty Street
12
Continue on Belchertown Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Belchertown Street
13
Continue on Bridge Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Bridge Street
14
Turn left onto Palmer Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Palmer Road
15
Turn right onto MA 181
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Sykes Street
16
Continue on MA 181
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
17
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
18
Turn left onto US 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Thorndike Street
Use the left lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the left lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
308 ft
·
7 sec
21
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
this road
22
Merge onto I 90
48 mi
·
55 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Use the none lane.
25
Merge onto MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
26
Take the exit
459 ft
·
12 sec
27
Turn slight left onto High Street
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
High Street
28
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Street
29
Turn left
55 ft
·
4 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.2 miles from Amherst, MA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 72.4 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Framingham Center, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amherst, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amherst, MA
This is one driving day of about 72.4 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Amherst, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 48.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Amherst, MA · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 72.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Amherst, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Framingham Center, MA
The final approach into Framingham Center, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Framingham Center, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.52 one way
$23.05 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $12.53 | $25.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.68 | $27.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.08 | $32.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.88
Massachusetts Turnpike
(48.1 mi)
$2.88
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Framingham Center, MA
Evening in Framingham Center on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
36 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 42m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Amherst, MA to Framingham Center, MA covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, Federal Street, North Liberty Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from Amherst, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 72.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.9 miles (US 20 / Thorndike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Amherst, MA to Framingham Center, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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