Origin
Framingham Center, MA
Late night in Framingham Center on Wednesday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham Center, MA to Dracut, MA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
54m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
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6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Framingham Center, MA
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Dracut, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Framingham Center, MA to Dracut, MA covers 37.3 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Yankee Division Highway, US 3, Massachusetts Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.2 miles on Yankee Division Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.97 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
18.6 miles from Framingham Center, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Framingham Center, MA to Dracut, MA covers 37.3 miles and takes about 54m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Yankee Division Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.2 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 9.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 37.3 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 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
9.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 123
Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providen...
8
11 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
9
21.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
9
31.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Lowell Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Lowell Connector toward I 495 North: Lowell, Chelmsford, Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 80-81A
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Chelmsford, Lawrenc...
9
34.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
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Lowell Connector
Keep slight left at fork onto Lowell Connector toward Lowell Center, Gorham Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Exit 5C
Toward Lowell Center, Gorham Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Framingham Center, MA and Dracut, MA, road signs point toward Springfield, Boston, Providence Rhode Island, Portsmouth New Hampshire, New Hampshire and Middlesex Turnpike - among others.
Springfield
3 mi in
|
~5m
Boston
3 mi in
|
~5m
Providence Rhode Island
9.7 mi in
|
~14m
Portsmouth New Hampshire
10.5 mi in
|
~15m
New Hampshire
11 mi in
|
~17m
Middlesex Turnpike
21.4 mi in
|
~31m
Burlington
21.4 mi in
|
~31m
Nashua New Hampshire
21.4 mi in
|
~31m
Chelmsford
31.7 mi in
|
~44m
|
via Lowell Connector
Lawrence
31.7 mi in
|
~44m
|
via Lowell Connector
Lowell Center
34.6 mi in
|
~48m
|
via Lowell Connector
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yankee Division Highway | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| US 3 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Lowell Connector | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Bridge Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Worcester Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cochituate Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Concord Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Yankee Division Highway
— 10.2 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham Center, MA and Dracut, MA.
1
Start on this road
55 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
State Street
3
Turn right onto High Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
High Street
4
Continue on MA 30
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto MA 30
521 ft
·
10 sec
·
MA 30
6
Continue on MA 30; MA 126
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Concord Street
7
Turn slight right onto MA 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cochituate Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 90 East: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 90
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 123
Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
13
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Waltham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 95 North: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 50A-B
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
this road
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
20
Continue on US 3
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 3
21
Keep slight right at fork onto Lowell Connector
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Lowell Connector
Exit 80-81A
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Chelmsford, Lawrence
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on Lowell Connector
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lowell Connector
Exit 80
Toward Lowell Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto Lowell Connector
511 ft
·
11 sec
·
Lowell Connector
Exit 5C
Toward Lowell Center, Gorham Street
Use the left / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto Gorham Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Gorham Street
25
Continue on Veterans Way
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Veterans Way
26
Continue on Central Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Central Street
27
Turn right onto Prescott Street
487 ft
·
11 sec
·
Prescott Street
28
Continue on Bridge Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Bridge Street
29
Turn right onto MA 113
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Arlington Street
30
Turn left
221 ft
·
16 sec
31
Arrive at destination
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 18.6 miles from Framingham Center, MA, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.2 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 37.3 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.6 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dracut, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Framingham Center, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Framingham Center, MA
This is one driving day of about 37.3 miles and 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Framingham Center, 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 Yankee Division Highway for about 10.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.6 mi from Framingham Center, MA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Framingham Center, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dracut, MA
The final approach into Dracut, 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 Dracut, 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
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.08 | $14.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
Massachusetts Turnpike
(5.7 mi)
$0.34
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
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Dracut, MA
Late night in Dracut on Wednesday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
19 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
1 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
54m 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 Framingham Center, MA to Dracut, MA covers 37.3 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Yankee Division Highway, US 3, Massachusetts Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.6 miles from Framingham Center, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 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 21 significant decision points across 37.3 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 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Framingham Center, MA and Dracut, MA, road signs point toward Springfield, Boston, Providence Rhode Island, Portsmouth New Hampshire, New Hampshire and Middlesex Turnpike - among others.
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