Origin
Bourne, MA
Late night in Bourne on Wednesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bourne, MA to Worcester, MA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
84 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
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6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bourne, MA
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Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bourne, MA to Worcester, MA covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, MA 25, Turnpike Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.5 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.44 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
42 miles from Bourne, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 84 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and MA 25. The longest continuous stretch is about 59.5 miles on I 495.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and MA 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sandwich Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sandwich Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (MA 28): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Sandwich Road
Turn right onto Sandwich Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MA 28
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward MA 9 West: Worcester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 59B
Toward MA 9 West: Worcester
5
71.3 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
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MA 9 / Turnpike Road
Merge onto MA 9 / Turnpike Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
83.4 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
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Front Street
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 59.5 mi | 1h 8m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Turnpike Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Boston Turnpike | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Shrewsbury Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Belmont Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| MA 28 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Trowbridge Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 59.5 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bourne, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on Perry Avenue
108 ft
·
7 sec
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Perry Avenue
2
Turn right onto Sandwich Road
115 ft
·
9 sec
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Sandwich Road
3
Turn left onto Trowbridge Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trowbridge Road
4
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
MA 28
5
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 28
6
Continue on MA 25
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 25
7
Continue on I 495
59 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 59B
Toward MA 9 West: Worcester
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto MA 9
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Turnpike Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on MA 9
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Belmont Street
11
Continue on MA 9
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Boston Turnpike
12
Continue on MA 9
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Boston Worcester Turnpike
13
Continue on MA 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Belmont Street
14
Turn slight left onto Shrewsbury Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Shrewsbury Street
15
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
168 ft
·
2 sec
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Front Street
16
Continue on Front Street
427 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
17
Turn right onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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Foster Street
18
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
Main Street
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 42 miles from Bourne, MA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.5 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 50m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worcester, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bourne, 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 Bourne, MA
This is one driving day of about 84 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bourne, 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 I 495 for about 59.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42 mi from Bourne, MA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42 miles from Bourne, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Worcester, MA
The final approach into Worcester, 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 Worcester, 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
$13.44 one way
$26.89 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| premium | $4.82 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.55 | $37.09 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.63
Turnpike Road
(4.8 mi)
$0.34
Boston Turnpike
(4.1 mi)
$0.29
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
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.76 | $5.38 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Late night in Worcester on Wednesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
42 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
29 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
1h 45m 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 Bourne, MA to Worcester, MA covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, MA 25, Turnpike Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 miles from Bourne, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.44 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 straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sandwich Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (MA 28): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bourne, MA to Worcester, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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