Trip from Florida, MA to Dalton, MA

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

47m

Distance

23.7 mi

38 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

3 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min

4 AM

0h 43m ★

6 AM

0h 47m

8 AM

0h 55m

10 AM

0h 50m

12 PM

0h 49m

3 PM

0h 50m

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.

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Trip Overview

This short, 23.7-mile drive from Florida, MA, to Dalton, MA, will take you about 47 minutes to complete. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You'll be traveling on a mix of Route 9, Chapel Road, and the Mohawk Trail, with only about 15% of the journey on highways. Expect a budget of around $4 for fuel for this quick excursion. The general feel of this route is a turn-heavy local drive, offering a straightforward way to connect these two communities within the Northeast region of Massachusetts.

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

11.8 miles from Florida, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The character of this drive is best described as a turn-heavy local experience, with just a touch of highway driving. Only 15% of the 23.7 miles are on high-speed roads, meaning you'll be navigating more frequent turns and potentially slower local traffic for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.6 miles along Route 9, so be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with varied road conditions. This isn't a monotonous highway cruise; rather, it's a route that demands your attention with its numerous directional changes.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Route 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near Black Brook Road.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 3.2 miles (Black Brook Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.6 miles (Loop Road): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles (MA 8A; MA 116 / Main Road): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

3.2 mi into trip | ~6m in | Black Brook Road

Turn sharp right onto Black Brook Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5

9.6 mi into trip | ~21m in | Loop Road

At end of road, turn right onto Loop Road

Navigation decision point

5

11 mi into trip | ~24m in | MA 8A; MA 116 / Main Road

At end of road, turn right onto MA 8A; MA 116 / Main Road

Navigation decision point

5

17 mi into trip | ~35m in | MA 8A; MA 9 / Route 9

At end of road, turn right onto MA 8A; MA 9 / Route 9

Navigation decision point

5

23.6 mi into trip | ~46m in | Glennon Avenue

Turn right onto Glennon Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Route 9	3.6 mi	5m
Chapel Road	3.2 mi	7m
Mohawk Trail	3.2 mi	6m
Black Brook Road	3.1 mi	7m
Savoy Road	3.1 mi	5m
North Street	2.7 mi	4m
Main Road	1.7 mi	2m
Loop Road	1.4 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Route 9 — 3.6 mi, about 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Florida, MA and Dalton, MA.

1

Start on MA 2

3.2 mi · 6 min · Mohawk Trail

2

Turn sharp right onto Black Brook Road

3.1 mi · 7 min · Black Brook Road

3

Continue on Chapel Road

3.2 mi · 7 min · Chapel Road

4

At end of road, turn right onto Loop Road

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Loop Road

5

Continue on Loop Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Loop Road

6

At end of road, turn right onto MA 8A; MA 116

1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Road

7

Turn left onto MA 8A

1.3 mi · 2 min · Windsor Road

8

Continue on MA 8A

3.1 mi · 5 min · Savoy Road

9

At end of road, turn right onto MA 8A; MA 9

3.6 mi · 5 min · Route 9

10

Continue on MA 8A; MA 9

2.7 mi · 4 min · North Street

11

Keep slight right at fork onto MA 9

166 ft · 4 sec · North Street

12

Merge onto MA 8; MA 9

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Main Street

13

Turn right onto Glennon Avenue

378 ft · 15 sec · Glennon Avenue

14

Turn left onto Stockbridge Avenue

253 ft · 11 sec · Stockbridge Avenue

15

Arrive at destination

Stockbridge Avenue

Trip Plan

With a short duration of just 47 minutes, this route offers significant flexibility for your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic, though the drive is brief enough that this is less critical. The estimated fuel cost is a low $4, so you likely won't need to worry about refueling along the way. Pay attention to the many turns, especially on Chapel Road and the Mohawk Trail, as these are the key navigational points for this 23.7-mile journey. Since it's a quick trip, you can easily add it to another outing or take it whenever convenient.

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 11.8 miles from Florida, MA, or about 25m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.6 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 23.7 miles or 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 11.8 miles or 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dalton, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Florida, 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 Florida, MA

This is one driving day of about 23.7 miles and 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Florida, 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 Route 9 for about 3.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11.8 mi from Florida, MA · 25m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

12 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

Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11.8 miles from Florida, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Dalton, MA

The final approach into Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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

$3.79 one way

$7.59 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$4.14	$8.27
premium	$4.82	$4.50	$9.00
diesel	$5.61	$5.23	$10.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

3 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Haddad Subaru Pittsfield

Pittsfield, MA

EV Connect

4 DCFC

HADDAD HYUNDAI HYUNDAI RIGHT

Pittsfield, MA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

HADDAD HYUNDAI HYUNDAI LEFT

Pittsfield, MA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 2 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	7.1	$2.49	$1.14
Efficient EV	5.9	$2.07	$0.95
EV Truck/SUV	9.5	$3.32	$1.52

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Florida, MA

Evening in Florida on Tuesday

Local time

8:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dalton, MA

Evening in Dalton on Tuesday

Local time

8:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

10 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

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 Florida, MA to Dalton, MA covers 23.7 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Route 9, Chapel Road, Mohawk Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 11.8 miles from Florida, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.79 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 23.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 3.2 miles (Black Brook Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.6 miles (Loop Road): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles (MA 8A; MA 116 / Main Road): Navigation decision point.

The route from Florida, MA to Dalton, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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