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Great Barrington, MA
Late night in Great Barrington on Saturday
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2:26 AM
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Current temp
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Trip from Great Barrington, MA to Worcester, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
98.3 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Great Barrington, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Great Barrington, MA to Worcester, MA covers 98.3 miles and takes about 2h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, I 290, Stockbridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.8 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.73 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.
Midpoint
49.2 miles from Great Barrington, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 98.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 6m highway drive covering 98.3 miles, with most of the trip on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 290. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.8 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 78.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,657 ft
189 ft
Total Climb
1,593 ft
Total Descent
1,817 ft
Highest Point
1,657 ft
~21.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,468 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near US 7; MA 102 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 98.3 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 7.1 miles (US 7; MA 102 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 91.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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US 7; MA 102 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 7; MA 102 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
91.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 395, MA 12, I 290: Auburn, Worcester
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 90
Toward I 395, MA 12, I 290: Auburn, Worcester
6
91.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 395, MA 12 North, I 290
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 395, MA 12 North, I 290
7
91.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 395, I 290
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 395, I 290
6
97.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
|
MA 122A / Vernon Street
Turn left onto MA 122A / Vernon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 78.8 mi | 1h 30m |
| I 290 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Stockbridge Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Pleasant Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| South Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Great Barrington Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 78.8 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Great Barrington, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on Elm Street
224 ft
·
17 sec
·
Elm Street
2
Turn left onto US 7; MA 23; MA 41
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 7; MA 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
4
Continue on US 7; MA 183
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Stockbridge Road
5
Continue on US 7
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
6
Continue on US 7
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Great Barrington Road
7
Continue on US 7
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
South Street
8
Turn right onto US 7; MA 102
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on MA 102
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Pleasant Street
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
12
Merge onto I 90
79 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 90
Toward I 395, MA 12, I 290: Auburn, Worcester
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 395, MA 12 North, I 290
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 395, I 290
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 290
17
Continue on I 290
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 290
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 17
Toward MA 122A: Kelly Square
19
Turn left onto MA 122A
423 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vernon Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Enter roundabout onto Green Street
205 ft
·
3 sec
·
Green Street
21
Continue on Green Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Green Street
22
Continue on Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Franklin Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
24
Arrive at destination
Main Street
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 49.2 miles from Great Barrington, MA, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.8 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 22 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.2 miles or 1h 6m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worcester, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Great Barrington, 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 Great Barrington, MA
This is one driving day of about 98.3 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Great Barrington, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 78.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.2 mi from Great Barrington, MA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.2 miles from Great Barrington, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.8 miles.
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
$15.73 one way
$31.46 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.16 | $34.31 |
| premium | $4.82 | $18.67 | $37.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.70 | $43.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.73
Massachusetts Turnpike
(78.8 mi)
$4.73
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
$16
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.3 | 0 | $13.76 | $6.29 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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
Late night in Worcester on Saturday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
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
2h 6m 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 Great Barrington, MA to Worcester, MA covers 98.3 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 290, Stockbridge Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.2 miles from Great Barrington, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.73 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 13 significant decision points across 98.3 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 7.1 miles (US 7; MA 102 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 91.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Great Barrington, MA to Worcester, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 189 ft to 1,657 ft elevation with about 1,593 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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