Origin
Framingham, MA
Evening in Framingham on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham, MA to Winchendon, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
54.2 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
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.
Framingham, MA
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Winchendon, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Framingham, MA to Winchendon, MA covers 54.2 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kendall Street, Concord Street, Union Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.67 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
27.1 miles from Framingham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 20m drive with frequent turns across 54.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kendall 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, MA to Winchendon, MA is easy. At 1h 20m 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, MA to Winchendon, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kendall Street | — | — |
| Concord Street | — | — |
| Union Avenue | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Worcester Road | — | — |
| Turnpike Road | — | — |
| I 495 North | — | — |
| MA 117 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Kendall Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Winchendon, MA.
1
Start on the route
190 ft
·
18 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
118 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn right
69 ft
·
10 sec
4
Turn left
82 ft
·
8 sec
5
Turn right onto Kendall Street
230 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kendall Street
6
Turn right onto Concord Street
256 ft
·
15 sec
·
Concord Street
7
Turn left onto Union Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Avenue
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
9
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn left onto Worcester Road
367 ft
·
7 sec
·
Worcester Road
11
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
12
Merge slight left onto Worcester Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Worcester Road
13
Continue on Turnpike Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Turnpike Road
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 495 North: Lowell
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 495 North: Lowell
15
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
11 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
MA 117: Bolton, Stow
17
Keep slight right to continue on MA 117: Bolton, Stow
377 ft
·
13 sec
·
MA 117: Bolton, Stow
18
Turn straight onto Main Street
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
19
Continue on Seven Bridge Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
20
Continue on Main Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
21
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
22
Merge slight left
1.5 mi
·
1 min
23
Continue on Fitchburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Fitchburg
24
Merge slight right onto Concord Turnpike
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Concord Turnpike
25
Take the exit slight right toward MA 140 North: Winchendon
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
MA 140 North: Winchendon
26
Merge slight left onto West Main Street
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
West Main Street
27
Continue on Gardner Road
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gardner Road
28
Continue on Spring Street
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Spring Street
29
Turn right onto Central Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Central Street
30
Turn right
131 ft
·
10 sec
31
Keep slight right
23 ft
·
2 sec
32
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 27.1 miles from Framingham, MA, or about 40m 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 27.1 miles or 40m 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 Winchendon, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Framingham, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Framingham, MA
This is one driving day of about 54.2 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Framingham, 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 27.1 mi from Framingham, MA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 27.1 miles from Framingham, 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
$8.67 one way
$17.35 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
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: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
7:02 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
13 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 20m 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, MA to Winchendon, MA covers 54.2 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kendall Street, Concord Street, Union Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Framingham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.67 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, MA to Winchendon, MA is easy. At 1h 20m 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, MA to Winchendon, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Framingham, MA to Winchendon, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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