Origin
East Dennis, MA
Evening in East Dennis on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Dennis, MA to New Bedford, MA
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
57.1 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Dennis, MA
David Kanigan
New Bedford, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Traveling from East Dennis to New Bedford covers 57.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes. This route is a straightforward journey across Massachusetts that is well-suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $9 for fuel to complete the trip. Because the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations unless you have plans to stay in the destination. It is a practical connection between two distinct areas of the Northeast, offering a manageable travel time that leaves you plenty of flexibility for your arrival in New Bedford.
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
28.6 miles from East Dennis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 57.1-mile path. You will spend roughly 43% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the Mid Cape Highway, MA 25, and I-195. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 22.6-mile stretch along the Mid Cape Highway. While parts of the route involve fast-paced interstate travel, the transition between these major roads creates a varied pace behind the wheel. The drive feels functional and efficient, moving you steadily from the Cape toward the South Coast without unnecessary complexity.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mid Cape Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26 miles in near MA 6A.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 57.1 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 26 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
26 mi into trip
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~38m in
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MA 6A
Take the exit onto MA 6A toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
7
26.5 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Sandwich Road
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
39.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhod...
7
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 6: Dartmouth, Fairhaven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 6: Dartmouth, Fairhaven
8
56.6 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 6 West: Dartmouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 6 West: Dartmouth
Towns Along This Route
Between East Dennis, MA and New Bedford, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Providence Rhode Island.
Boston
3 mi in
|
~5m
Providence Rhode Island
39.7 mi in
|
~56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Cape Highway | 22.6 mi | 31m |
| I 195 | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| MA 25 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Sandwich Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| East West Dennis Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| MA 28 | 1 mi | 1m |
| John F. Kennedy Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| MA 6A | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Mid Cape Highway
— 22.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Dennis, MA and New Bedford, MA.
1
Start on this road
186 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MA 134
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East West Dennis Road
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 6 West: Hyannis, Boston
4
Merge onto US 6
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
5
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mid Cape Highway
6
Take the exit onto MA 6A
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 6A
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Use the straight lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Sandwich Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Sandwich Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Sandwich Road
9
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
MA 28
10
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 28
11
Continue on MA 25
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
MA 25
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford, Providence Rhode Island
13
Continue on I 195
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 195
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 26
Toward MA 18 South: Downtown New Bedford
15
Merge onto MA 18
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 6: Dartmouth, Fairhaven
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 6 West: Dartmouth
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto US 6
186 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 6
19
Turn left onto Sixth Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Sixth Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn left onto Market Street
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Market Street
21
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
172 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pleasant Street
22
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under an hour and a half, you have significant flexibility in your departure schedule. You can easily complete the entire 57.1 miles without needing a dedicated stop, though keeping an eye on traffic patterns around the highway interchanges is wise. Because the fuel cost is a modest $9, you can focus your budget on your destination rather than transit logistics. For the smoothest experience, check local traffic reports before hitting the Mid Cape Highway, as this segment serves as the longest stretch of your journey and can be prone to congestion. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct route as you travel across the state.
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 28.6 miles from East Dennis, MA, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.6 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 57.1 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.6 miles or 42m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Bedford, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Dennis, 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 East Dennis, MA
This is one driving day of about 57.1 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Dennis, 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 Mid Cape Highway for about 22.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.6 mi from East Dennis, MA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from East Dennis, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Bedford, MA
The final approach into New Bedford, 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 New Bedford, 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
$9.09 one way
$18.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.80 | $10.79 | $21.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.69 | $25.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
New Bedford, MA
Evening in New Bedford on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
38 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 19m 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 East Dennis, MA to New Bedford, MA covers 57.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mid Cape Highway, I 195, MA 25. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.6 miles from East Dennis, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.09 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 14 significant decision points across 57.1 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 26 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.5 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Dennis, MA and New Bedford, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Providence Rhode Island.
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