Embarking on a trip from Maynard, MA to New Bedford, MA covers 73.3 miles and is estimated to take around 1 hour and 40 minutes. This drive is well-suited for a single day trip, with a projected fuel cost of about $12. You'll primarily navigate using Amvets Highway and MA 140, also known as the Yankee Division Highway. The overall character of this route is more of a turn-heavy local drive, making it a straightforward journey within the Northeast region of Massachusetts. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to explore as you go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from Maynard, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route offers a blend of driving experiences, with 26% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.3 miles along Amvets Highway, providing a brief period of more consistent speed. However, expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of the journey, requiring your attention as you transition between roads like MA 140 and Amvets Highway. The road character shifts as you progress, moving from potentially more direct highway segments to more intricate local roadways as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Amvets Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.1 miles in near School Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles (School Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11.1 mi into trip|~18m in|School Street
Turn right onto School Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
26.4 mi into trip|~41m in|US 1
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
7
29.6 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
7
53.4 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
8
69.5 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Amvets Highway
23.3 mi
26m
MA 140
15.9 mi
18m
Yankee Division Highway
12.3 mi
16m
Boston Post Road
3.4 mi
4m
US 1
3.1 mi
4m
Old Sudbury Road
3.1 mi
5m
Maynard Road
2.1 mi
3m
Newton Street
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 23.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maynard, MA and New Bedford, MA.
1
Start on Acton Court
216 ft·11 sec·Acton Court
2
Turn right onto MA 27
195 ft·16 sec·MA 27
3
Continue on MA 27
132 ft·6 sec·Acton Street
4
Turn left onto MA 27; MA 62
476 ft·13 sec·Waltham Street
5
Turn right onto MA 27
1.8 mi·3 min·Parker Street
6
Continue on MA 27
2.1 mi·3 min·Maynard Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto MA 27
0.4 mi·42 sec·Hudson Road
8
Continue on MA 27
3.1 mi·5 min·Old Sudbury Road
9
Continue on MA 27; MA 126
0.1 mi·23 sec·Cochituate Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 20
3.4 mi·4 min·Boston Post Road
11
Turn right onto School Street
0.5 mi·50 sec·School Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Wellesley Street
495 ft·12 sec·Wellesley Street
13
Continue on Newton Street
1.8 mi·3 min·Newton Street
14
Continue on Newton Street
94 ft·9 sec·Newton Street
15
Turn left onto MA 30
0.4 mi·52 sec·South Avenue
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95 South: Canton
17
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
12 mi·16 min·Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 1
3.1 mi·4 min·US 1
Exit 26Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: BostonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on MA 24
23 mi·26 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 17AToward MA 140 South: New BedfordUse the right lane.
22
Turn straight onto MA 140
16 mi·18 min·MA 140
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 4Toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn left onto Mount Pleasant Street
1.1 mi·2 min·Mount Pleasant Street
25
Turn left onto Nauset Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Nauset Street
26
Continue on Purchase Street
1.8 mi·3 min·Purchase Street
27
Continue on Pleasant Street
432 ft·10 sec·Pleasant Street
28
Continue on Sixth Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·Sixth Street
29
Turn left onto Market Street
237 ft·15 sec·Market Street
30
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
172 ft·3 sec·Pleasant Street
31
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Trip Plan
Given the modest 1 hour and 40-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable as a day excursion. You can leave Maynard at your leisure, perhaps mid-morning, to avoid the peak rush hours and allow for a relaxed pace. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, budgeting for gas is simple. Keep an eye on your navigation, especially during the 'turn-heavy local drive' segments, as frequent turns are characteristic of this route. Consider making a quick stop for a break around the halfway point, especially if you're not familiar with the area, to ensure you stay refreshed for the final leg into New Bedford.
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 36.6 miles from Maynard, MA, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 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 16 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 54m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Bedford, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maynard, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maynard, MA
This is one driving day of about 73.3 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Maynard, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Amvets Highway for about 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from Maynard, MA
· 54m into the drive
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Maynard, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Bedford, MA
The final approach into New Bedford, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
National Historical Park
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 10.1
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 17.7
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 30.3
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.73 one way
$23.46 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$12.79
$25.59
premium
$4.82
$13.92
$27.84
diesel
$5.61
$16.18
$32.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22
0
$7.70
$3.52
Efficient EV
18.3
0
$6.41
$2.93
EV Truck/SUV
29.3
0
$10.26
$4.69
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Maynard, MA
Late night
in Maynard on Friday
Local time
4:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Bedford, MA
Late night
in New Bedford on Friday
Local time
4:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
SW 8 mph8% chanceLive 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
6 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
1h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Maynard, MA to New Bedford, MA covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amvets Highway, MA 140, Yankee Division Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Maynard, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.73 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles (School Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Maynard, MA to New Bedford, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Minute Man National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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