Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
37.2 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Bedford, MA
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Forestdale, MA
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The drive from New Bedford, MA to Forestdale, MA covers 37.2 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 195, MA 25, Forestdale Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.3 miles on I 195. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 37.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 51m highway drive covering 37.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 195 and MA 25. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.3 miles on I 195.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 195 and MA 25. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 37.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward MA 18 North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Take the exit toward I 195 East: Cape Cod
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 25 East: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto Mid-Cape Connector
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MA 130: Sandwich, Mashpee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New Bedford, MA to Forestdale, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Mashpee along the way.
Mashpee
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 195 | 14.3 mi | 17m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Forestdale Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Sandwich Road Connector | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| MA 28 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| John F. Kennedy Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between New Bedford, MA and Forestdale, MA.
Start on Pleasant Street
Turn right onto Hillman Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto MA 18
Take the exit
Merge onto I 195
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto MA 25
Continue on MA 28
Enter roundabout onto Sandwich Road Connector
Continue on Sandwich Road Connector
Turn right onto Mid-Cape Connector
Take the exit
Merge onto US 6
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto MA 130
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.6 mi from New Bedford, MA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from New Bedford, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Forestdale, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.95 one way
$11.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.49 | $12.98 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.06 | $14.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in New Bedford on Friday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Forestdale on Friday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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