Trip from Newton, MA to Southwick, MA

Drive Time

1h 56m

Distance

92.4 mi

149 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 48m ★

6 AM

1h 56m

8 AM

2h 13m

10 AM

2h 2m

12 PM

2h 0m

3 PM

2h 3m

5 PM

2h 12m

8 PM

1h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Southwick, MA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Newton, MA to Southwick, MA covers 92.4 miles and takes about 1h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, Springfield Expressway, MA 147 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.71 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

46.2 miles from Newton, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 56m highway drive covering 92.4 miles, with most of the trip on Massachusetts Turnpike and Springfield Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.3 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 32 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 71.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Springfield Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 92.4 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 3.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.2 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

3.4 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the ramp toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York

3.6 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Al...

48.2 mi into trip | ~58m in | I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

75.7 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Take the exit toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 51 Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut

80.8 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Take the exit toward Dwight Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 2B Toward Dwight Street

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Newton, MA to Southwick, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.

Hartford Connecticut

75.7 mi in | ~1h 29m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	71.3 mi	1h 22m
Springfield Expressway	4.4 mi	6m
MA 147	3.3 mi	5m
Feeding Hills Road	3.1 mi	4m
Commonwealth Avenue	3.1 mi	4m
Southwick Street	1.6 mi	2m
River Street	0.8 mi	1m
Park Street	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 71.3 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newton, MA and Southwick, MA.

Start on Homer Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Homer Street

Turn left onto MA 30

1.6 mi · 2 min · Commonwealth Avenue

Use the left lane.

Continue on MA 30

1.5 mi · 2 min · Commonwealth Avenue

Continue on MA 30

0.1 mi · 15 sec · South Avenue

Turn right onto River Road

463 ft · 14 sec · River Road

Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York

Keep slight right at fork

240 ft · 5 sec

Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York

Continue on this road

393 ft · 9 sec · this road

Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York

Continue on this road

0.6 mi · 1 min · this road

Merge onto I 90

44 mi · 50 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

28 mi · 31 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 55 sec

Exit 51 Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut

Keep slight right at fork

348 ft · 9 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 20 sec

Continue on I 291

4.4 mi · 6 min · Springfield Expressway

Continue on US 20

0.1 mi · 12 sec · US 20

Exit 1B-2B Toward I 91 North, US 20 West: West Springfield

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 2B Toward Dwight Street

Turn right onto Dwight Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Dwight Street

Turn left onto MA 20A

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Carew Street

Turn slight right onto MA 20A

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Plainfield Street

Continue on US 20

0.2 mi · 12 sec · West Street

Continue on US 20

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North End Bridge

Enter roundabout onto US 20

285 ft · 3 sec · Park Street

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · Park Street

Turn left onto River Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto MA 147

375 ft · 6 sec · Memorial Avenue

Turn straight onto MA 147

3.3 mi · 5 min · MA 147

Continue on MA 57

1.6 mi · 2 min · Southwick Street

Continue on MA 57

3.1 mi · 4 min · Feeding Hills Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 202; MA 10; MA 57

0.6 mi · 1 min · College Highway

Turn right onto MA 57

60 ft · 1 sec · Granville Road

Arrive at destination

MA 57

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 46.2 miles from Newton, MA, or about 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.3 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 46.2 miles or 55m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southwick, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Newton, 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 Newton, MA

This is one driving day of about 92.4 miles and 1h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newton, 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 Massachusetts Turnpike for about 71.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46.2 mi from Newton, MA · 55m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Smithtown, NY

46 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

Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Smithtown, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.2 miles from Newton, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Southwick, MA

The final approach into Southwick, 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 Southwick, MA.

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.

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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.

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free

Park Closure: Great Hall of Faneuil Hall

Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions

View on nps.gov

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 3.2

View on nps.gov

New England National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 73.3

View on nps.gov

Adams National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour $15

View on nps.gov

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . 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...

14 mi from route ~35 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Lowell National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour Free near mile 3.2

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.71 one way

$29.42 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$16.00	$31.99
premium	$4.80	$17.46	$34.92
diesel	$5.64	$20.53	$41.06

Estimated Tolls: $4.28

Massachusetts Turnpike (71.3 mi) $4.28

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

$15

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.7	$9.70	$4.44
Efficient EV	23.1	$8.09	$3.70
EV Truck/SUV	37	$12.94	$5.91

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Newton, MA

Afternoon in Newton on Monday

Local time

1:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Southwick, MA

Afternoon in Southwick on Monday

Local time

1:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°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

2 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 56m 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 Newton, MA to Southwick, MA covers 92.4 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, Springfield Expressway, MA 147. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 46.2 miles from Newton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.71 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.

On the drive from Newton, MA to Southwick, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.

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Trip from Newton, MA to Southwick, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Southwick, MA

National Parks Near This Route

Boston National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park

New England National Scenic Trail

Adams National Historical Park

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Lowell National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Newton, MA

Southwick, MA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 56m on the road

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