Origin
Arlington, MA
Evening in Arlington on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
48.4 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, MA
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Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA covers 48.4 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maple Street, Pleasant Street, Trapelo Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.75 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
24.2 miles from Arlington, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 48.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maple Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Street | — | — |
| Pleasant Street | — | — |
| Trapelo Road | — | — |
| Waverley Oaks Road | — | — |
| Linden Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Weston Street | — | — |
| South Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Maple Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on the route
46 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
190 ft
·
19 sec
3
Turn left onto Maple Street
522 ft
·
26 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Pleasant Street
5
Turn straight onto Trapelo Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Trapelo Road
6
Turn left onto Waverley Oaks Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Waverley Oaks Road
7
Continue on Linden Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Linden Street
8
Turn right onto Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto Weston Street
177 ft
·
3 sec
·
Weston Street
10
Turn left onto South Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Street
11
Continue on River Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
River Road
12
Take the ramp left toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
240 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
14
Continue on I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
394 ft
·
10 sec
·
I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
15
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
1 min
16
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
17
Take the exit slight right toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
18
Keep slight left
174 ft
·
11 sec
19
Turn left onto Grafton Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Grafton Road
20
Continue on Grafton Street
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Grafton Street
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Grafton Street
22
Exit the roundabout onto Grafton Street
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Grafton Street
23
Continue on Grafton Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grafton Street
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Washington Square
276 ft
·
5 sec
·
Washington Square
25
Exit the rotary onto Front Street
427 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
26
Turn right onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Foster Street
27
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street
28
Arrive at your 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 24.2 miles from Arlington, MA, or about 27m into the drive.
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 11 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.2 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worcester, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Arlington, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington, MA
This is one driving day of about 48.4 miles and 55m.
At 48.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.2 mi from Arlington, MA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Arlington, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Worcester, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Worcester, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.75 one way
$15.49 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.45 | $16.89 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.19 | $18.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Worcester, MA
Evening in Worcester on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA covers 48.4 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maple Street, Pleasant Street, Trapelo Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.2 miles from Arlington, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.75 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.
The drive from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arlington, MA to Worcester, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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