Origin
Bedford, MA
Night in Bedford on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
42.7 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bedford, MA
Phil Evenden
Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA covers 42.7 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bedford Street, I 995 South, Yankee Division Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.83 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
21.4 miles from Bedford, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 42.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bedford 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 Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA is easy. At 52m 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 Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Street | — | — |
| I 995 South | — | — |
| Yankee Division Highway | — | — |
| I 90 | — | — |
| I 90 West | — | — |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | — | — |
| MA 122 | — | — |
| Grafton Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bedford Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on The Great Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
The Great Road
2
Continue on Bedford Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bedford Street
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 995 South: Providence Rhode Island
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 995 South: Providence Rhode Island
4
Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
6
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
7
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
8
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
10
Take the exit slight right toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
11
Keep slight left
174 ft
·
11 sec
12
Turn left onto Grafton Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Grafton Road
13
Continue on Grafton Street
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Grafton Street
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Grafton Street
15
Exit the roundabout onto Grafton Street
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Grafton Street
16
Continue on Grafton Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grafton Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Washington Square
276 ft
·
5 sec
·
Washington Square
18
Exit the rotary onto Front Street
427 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
19
Turn right onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Foster Street
20
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Main Street
21
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 21.4 miles from Bedford, MA, or about 26m 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 42.7 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.4 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
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 Bedford, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bedford, MA
This is one driving day of about 42.7 miles and 52m.
At 42.7 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 21.4 mi from Bedford, MA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Bedford, 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
$6.83 one way
$13.67 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.45 | $14.90 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.11 | $16.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.43 | $18.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Night in Worcester on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 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
21 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
52m 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 Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA covers 42.7 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bedford Street, I 995 South, Yankee Division Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 miles from Bedford, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.83 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 Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA is easy. At 52m 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 Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bedford, MA to Worcester, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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