Origin
Easton, MA
Night in Easton on Friday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Easton, MA to New Bedford, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
34.9 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Easton, MA
Italo Melo
New Bedford, MA
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Trip Overview
This 34.9-mile drive from Easton to New Bedford, Massachusetts, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this route offers an affordable journey through the Northeast region. You'll primarily navigate on MA 140 and Amvets Highway, experiencing a mixed driving profile. Given its short duration and modest mileage, there's no need to consider an overnight stay; you can depart and arrive within the same day. This straightforward drive is ideal for those looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Massachusetts locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 34.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this 47-minute journey. While 46% of the route involves highway driving, you'll also encounter local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 15.9 miles, primarily on MA 140. This blend means you'll transition between faster-paced travel and more typical town road conditions. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift, moving from potentially more open highway to areas with more local traffic and intersections. It's a route that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MA 140 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (MA 24 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Street
Turn right onto South Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
MA 24 / Amvets Highway
Merge onto MA 24 / Amvets Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
15 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
8
31.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
5
34.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MA 140 | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| Amvets Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Foundry Street | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Purchase Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Mount Pleasant Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Nauset Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sixth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MA 140
— 15.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Easton, MA and New Bedford, MA.
1
Start on this road
87 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto South Street
196 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Street
3
Turn left onto MA 106; MA 123
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Foundry Street
4
Continue on MA 106
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward MA 24 South
6
Merge onto MA 24
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 17A
Toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto MA 140
16 mi
·
18 min
·
MA 140
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 4
Toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Mount Pleasant Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Pleasant Street
11
Turn left onto Nauset Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Nauset Street
12
Continue on Purchase Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Purchase Street
13
Continue on Pleasant Street
432 ft
·
10 sec
·
Pleasant Street
14
Continue on Sixth Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Sixth Street
15
Turn left onto Market Street
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Market Street
16
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
172 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pleasant Street
17
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.4 mi from Easton, MA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Easton, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Bedford, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into New Bedford, 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
$5.59 one way
$11.17 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.09 | $12.18 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.63 | $13.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 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 | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
New Bedford, MA
Night in New Bedford on Friday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
SW 8 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
49°F
Lakeville, MA
17 mi in
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
3 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
47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Easton, MA to New Bedford, MA covers 34.9 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MA 140, Amvets Highway, Foundry Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.4 miles from Easton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.59 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (MA 24 / Amvets Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Easton, MA to New Bedford, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. There are 5 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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