Origin
Chelmsford, MA
Late night in Chelmsford on Thursday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
28.1 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chelmsford, MA
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Newton, MA
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Trip Overview
This 28.1-mile drive from Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA is a short, manageable trip, typically taking around 35 minutes. Designed as a 1-day excursion, you won't need an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is about $4, making it an economical choice. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved. This route offers a straightforward local drive through the Northeast region, connecting two points within Massachusetts. It’s a practical option for a quick local transfer.
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
14.1 miles from Chelmsford, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 28.1-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets for the whole journey. The main roads you'll follow include Westford Street, Academy Street, and North Road. Since there's no highway component, the longest uninterrupted stretch will be determined by traffic lights and intersections rather than long, open highway segments. This drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction and a consistent, local pace.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Westford 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 Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA is easy. At 35m 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 Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westford Street | — | — |
| Academy Street | — | — |
| North Road | — | — |
| Littleton Road | — | — |
| Billerica Road | — | — |
| US 3 South | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| Yankee Division Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Westford Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chelmsford, MA and Newton, MA.
1
Start on Clover Hill Drive
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Clover Hill Drive
2
Turn right onto Westford Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Westford Street
3
Turn left onto Academy Street
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
Academy Street
4
Turn right onto North Road
499 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Road
5
Turn left onto Littleton Road
220 ft
·
8 sec
·
Littleton Road
6
Continue on Billerica Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Billerica Road
7
Take the ramp slight right toward US 3 South: Burlington
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 3 South: Burlington
8
Merge slight left
8.5 mi
·
9 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
10
Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward MA 30: Newton, Weston
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
MA 30: Newton, Weston
12
Keep slight right to continue on MA 30 East: Newton
233 ft
·
6 sec
·
MA 30 East: Newton
13
Turn right onto South Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Avenue
14
Continue on Commonwealth Avenue
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Commonwealth Avenue
15
Turn right onto Homer Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Homer Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 35-minute drive, leaving mid-morning or early afternoon can help you avoid the busiest local traffic. Since it's a short trip with no highway stretches, you can easily adjust your timing. There are no designated stops recommended for this route, but you can pull over if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is low at $4, it's always wise to start with a full tank. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for frequent turns and potential traffic signals along Westford Street, Academy Street, and North Road, as these are the primary roads you'll be using.
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 14.1 miles from Chelmsford, MA, or about 17m 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 28 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.1 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Chelmsford, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chelmsford, MA
This is one driving day of about 28.1 miles and 35m.
At 28.1 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 14.1 mi from Chelmsford, MA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.1 miles from Chelmsford, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newton, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Newton, 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
$4.50 one way
$8.99 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.90 | $9.81 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.34 | $10.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.20 | $12.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Newton, MA
Late night in Newton on Thursday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
1 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
35m 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 Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA covers 28.1 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westford Street, Academy Street, North Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.1 miles from Chelmsford, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.50 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 Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA is easy. At 35m 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 Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chelmsford, MA to Newton, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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