Origin
Tyngsboro, MA
Night in Tyngsboro on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tyngsboro, MA to Framingham, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
40.1 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tyngsboro, MA
Phil Evenden
Framingham, MA
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Trip Overview
This 40.1-mile drive from Tyngsboro, MA to Framingham, MA will take approximately 56 minutes, making it a perfect single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on US 3 and the Yankee Division Highway, with a significant portion on the Massachusetts Turnpike. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, this is an economical option for a quick hop within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests you'll experience a variety of road types, so be prepared for a dynamic journey. Since there are no scheduled stops and the drive is under an hour, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it's most convenient.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
20 miles from Tyngsboro, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 57% highway share on this route, indicating a good balance between faster-paced travel and potentially more local road segments. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 17.2 miles on US 3, offering a solid period of consistent driving. This drive is characterized as a 'Mixed drive,' meaning you'll likely transition between highway speeds and more varied road conditions as you progress from Tyngsboro to Framingham. The Yankee Division Highway and Massachusetts Turnpike portions will likely feel more like traditional highway driving, while other segments may offer a different pace.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 113 / Kendall Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 40.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 113 / Kendall Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MA 113 / Kendall Road
At end of road, turn uturn onto MA 113 / Kendall Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
19 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72B
Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
8
29.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
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 39B
Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
8
36.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward MA 30: Natick, Framingham
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 117
Toward MA 30: Natick, Framingham
7
37.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 30 West: Framingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward MA 30 West: Framingham
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tyngsboro, MA and Framingham, MA, road signs point toward Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York and Mass Pike West: Warcester.
Mass Pike: Boston
29.6 mi in
|
~38m
Albany New York
29.6 mi in
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~38m
Mass Pike West: Warcester
30 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 3 | 17.2 mi | 19m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Concord Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Westford Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Cochituate Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Middlesex Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kendall Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 3
— 17.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyngsboro, MA and Framingham, MA.
1
Start on this road
153 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn uturn onto MA 113
528 ft
·
13 sec
·
Kendall Road
3
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Middlesex Road
4
Turn straight onto Westford Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Westford Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 3 South: Burlington
6
Merge onto US 3
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 72B
Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 39B
Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
240 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
11
Continue on this road
393 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
12
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
13
Merge onto I 90
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
14
Take the exit
285 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 117
Toward MA 30: Natick, Framingham
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 117
Toward MA 30: Natick, Framingham
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward MA 30 West: Framingham
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto MA 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cochituate Road
18
Turn slight left onto MA 30; MA 126
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Concord Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto MA 126
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Concord Street
20
Turn left onto Frederick Street
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
Frederick Street
21
Turn right
180 ft
·
15 sec
22
Turn right
122 ft
·
10 sec
23
Turn right
5 ft
·
0 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 56-minute duration and 40.1-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. There are no recommended stops, so you can plan to drive straight through, or pull over spontaneously as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $6, and consider a quick stop if you notice your gauge getting low, especially during the 17.2-mile stretch on US 3. Leaving mid-morning or early afternoon might help you avoid the peak rush hour traffic that can occur on these Massachusetts roadways.
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 20 miles from Tyngsboro, MA, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.2 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 40 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Framingham, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Tyngsboro, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tyngsboro, MA
This is one driving day of about 40.1 miles and 56m.
At 40.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 3 for about 17.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Tyngsboro, MA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Tyngsboro, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Framingham, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Framingham, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.42 one way
$12.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.61 | $15.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
Massachusetts Turnpike
(5.7 mi)
$0.34
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
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Framingham, MA
Night in Framingham on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
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 Tyngsboro, MA to Framingham, MA covers 40.1 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 3, Yankee Division Highway, Massachusetts Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Tyngsboro, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.42 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 short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 40.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 113 / Kendall Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Tyngsboro, MA and Framingham, MA, road signs point toward Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York and Mass Pike West: Warcester.
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