Origin
Grafton, MA
Night in Grafton on Sunday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grafton, MA to Worcester, MA
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.3 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
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6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grafton, MA
Mathias Reding
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Grafton and Worcester, this 8.3-mile trip is a straightforward local connection. You can easily complete the entire drive in about 15 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting is simple here, as you will likely spend no more than $1 on fuel for the journey. Since both towns are located within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout the transit. This route is efficient for those needing to move between these two communities without the complexity of a long-distance road trip.
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
4.2 miles from Grafton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that stays entirely off the highway system. You will navigate via Grafton Street, Worcester Street, and Grafton Road, keeping your speed consistent with local traffic rather than highway cruising. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.6-mile segment along Grafton Street. Because the route is composed of local roads, the drive requires your full attention at intersections rather than the passive experience of interstate travel. It is a functional, short-distance transit that prioritizes direct access over high-speed travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grafton Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near MA 122 / Worcester Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (MA 122 / Worcester Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.9 miles (MA 122 / Grafton Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.7 miles (Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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MA 122 / Worcester Street
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 122 / Worcester Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
6.9 mi into trip
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~13m in
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MA 122 / Grafton Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 122 / Grafton Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Front Street
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
7.8 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Foster Street
Turn right onto Foster Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.2 mi into trip
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~15m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grafton Street | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Worcester Street | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Grafton Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Foster Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Front Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Grafton Street
— 3.6 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grafton, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on MA 140
84 ft
·
9 sec
·
Worcester Street
2
Continue on MA 140
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Worcester Street
3
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 122
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester Street
4
Continue on MA 122
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Grafton Road
5
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
6
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grafton Street
7
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Grafton Street
8
Continue on MA 122
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grafton Street
9
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
277 ft
·
4 sec
·
Front Street
10
Continue on Front Street
427 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
11
Turn right onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Foster Street
12
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 15-minute drive, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time and pace. Since there are no planned stops along the 8.3-mile path, you can easily transition from your starting point to your destination without needing to schedule rest breaks. We recommend checking local traffic reports before you leave, as the reliance on local roads means your travel time could fluctuate based on town-specific congestion. Keep in mind that with zero stops required, the best strategy is to fuel up before you head out to ensure a seamless arrival in Worcester.
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 4.2 miles from Grafton, MA, or about 9m 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 8.3 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worcester, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grafton, 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 Grafton, MA
This is one driving day of about 8.3 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grafton, 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 Grafton Street for about 3.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from Grafton, MA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from Grafton, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Worcester, MA
The final approach into Worcester, 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 Worcester, 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
$1.32 one way
$2.64 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.57 | $3.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.84 | $3.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.73 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Worcester, MA
Night in Worcester on Sunday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
4 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
22 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
15m 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 Grafton, MA to Worcester, MA covers 8.3 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grafton Street, Worcester Street, Grafton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 miles from Grafton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.32 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 straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (MA 122 / Worcester Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.9 miles (MA 122 / Grafton Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.7 miles (Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Grafton, MA to Worcester, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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