Origin
Framingham Center, MA
Evening in Framingham Center on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
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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Winchendon, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Street, Maynard Road, Salem End Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.37 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
26.2 miles from Framingham Center, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 16m drive with frequent turns across 52.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State 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 Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA is easy. At 1h 16m 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 Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Street | — | — |
| Maynard Road | — | — |
| Salem End Road | — | — |
| Temple Street | — | — |
| Worcester Road | — | — |
| Turnpike Road | — | — |
| I 495 North | — | — |
| MA 117 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham Center, MA and Winchendon, MA.
1
Start on the route
56 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto State Street
121 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Street
3
Turn left onto Maynard Road
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Maynard Road
4
Turn left onto Salem End Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Salem End Road
5
Turn right onto Temple Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Temple Street
6
Turn left onto Worcester Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Worcester Road
7
Continue on Turnpike Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Turnpike Road
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 495 North: Lowell
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 495 North: Lowell
9
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
11 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
MA 117: Bolton, Stow
11
Keep slight right to continue on MA 117: Bolton, Stow
377 ft
·
13 sec
·
MA 117: Bolton, Stow
12
Turn straight onto Main Street
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
13
Continue on Seven Bridge Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
14
Continue on Main Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
15
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
16
Merge slight left
1.5 mi
·
1 min
17
Continue on Fitchburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Fitchburg
18
Merge slight right onto Concord Turnpike
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Concord Turnpike
19
Take the exit slight right toward MA 140 North: Winchendon
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
MA 140 North: Winchendon
20
Merge slight left onto West Main Street
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
West Main Street
21
Continue on Gardner Road
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gardner Road
22
Continue on Spring Street
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Spring Street
23
Turn right onto Central Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Central Street
24
Turn right
131 ft
·
10 sec
25
Keep slight right
23 ft
·
2 sec
26
Arrive at your 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 26.2 miles from Framingham Center, MA, or about 38m 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 12 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 38m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winchendon, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Framingham Center, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Framingham Center, MA
This is one driving day of about 52.3 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Framingham Center, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Framingham Center, MA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Framingham Center, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Winchendon, MA
The final approach into Winchendon, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.37 one way
$16.74 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.13 | $18.26 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Winchendon, MA
Evening in Winchendon on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
2 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
1h 16m 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 Winchendon, MA covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Street, Maynard Road, Salem End Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 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 $8.37 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 Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA is easy. At 1h 16m 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 Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Framingham Center, MA to Winchendon, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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