Origin
Wareham Center, MA
Evening in Wareham Center on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wareham Center, MA to New Bedford, MA
Drive Time
23m
Distance
17.1 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wareham Center, MA
David Kanigan
New Bedford, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Wareham Center to New Bedford, you are looking at a short, straightforward 17.1-mile journey. Expect to spend about 23 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Cranberry Highway, the John F. Kennedy Highway, and I-195 to bridge the gap between these two Northeast locations. With an estimated fuel cost of only $3, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. Since the drive is so brief, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your day around your destination rather than the time spent on the road.
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
8.5 miles from Wareham Center, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 17.1-mile transit is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will quickly find yourself on I-195, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.9 miles. Because the vast majority of the trip is spent on interstates and highways, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed pace rather than a slow, winding local commute. While the route is efficient and practical, it lacks the technical challenges of backroads, offering a predictable experience for drivers who prefer keeping their momentum steady from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 195 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 195 and John F. Kennedy Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Tremont Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 17.1 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 0.3 miles (Tremont Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.3 miles (Tremont Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.1 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Tremont Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Tremont Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Tremont Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Tremont Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Turn sharp left toward I 195 West: New Bedford
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford
7
16.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward US 6: Dartmouth, Fairhaven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 6: Dartmouth, Fairhaven
8
16.6 mi into trip
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~21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 6 West: Dartmouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 6 West: Dartmouth
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 195 | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| John F. Kennedy Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Cranberry Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sixth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tremont Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 6 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 195
— 13.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wareham Center, MA and New Bedford, MA.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Main Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto Tremont Road
391 ft
·
7 sec
·
Tremont Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Tremont Road
426 ft
·
8 sec
·
Tremont Road
5
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cranberry Highway
6
Turn sharp left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 195 West: New Bedford
7
Merge onto I 195
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 195
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 26
Toward MA 18 South: Downtown New Bedford
9
Merge onto MA 18
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
John F. Kennedy Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 6: Dartmouth, Fairhaven
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 6 West: Dartmouth
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto US 6
186 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 6
13
Turn left onto Sixth Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Sixth Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto Market Street
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Market Street
15
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
172 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pleasant Street
16
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 23-minute duration, you do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops or complex refueling strategies. Simply ensure your tank has enough gas to cover the $3 estimated cost before you head out from Wareham Center. Since the route relies heavily on I-195, check local traffic reports for the John F. Kennedy Highway before departing to avoid any potential congestion. Because this drive is so brief, the best approach is to stay flexible and enjoy the time you save by taking such a direct path. Aim to travel during off-peak hours if you want to ensure your 17.1-mile transit remains as quick as the data suggests.
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 8.5 miles from Wareham Center, MA, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.9 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 17.1 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
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 Wareham Center, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Wareham Center, MA
This is one driving day of about 17.1 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wareham Center, 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 I 195 for about 13.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Wareham Center, MA · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Wareham Center, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New Bedford, 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
$2.72 one way
$5.44 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.23 | $6.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
New Bedford, MA
Evening in New Bedford on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
26°F
Rocky Point, NY
9 mi in
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
17 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
23m 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 Wareham Center, MA to New Bedford, MA covers 17.1 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 195, John F. Kennedy Highway, Cranberry Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Wareham Center, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.72 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 12 significant decision points across 17.1 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 0.3 miles (Tremont Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.3 miles (Tremont Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.1 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from Wareham Center, MA to New Bedford, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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