Origin
Whitman, MA
Afternoon in Whitman on Friday
Local time
1:10 PM
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Current temp
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Trip from Whitman, MA to Worcester, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
62.2 mi
100 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, MA
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Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
This 62.2-mile drive from Whitman, MA to Worcester, MA is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, with a manageable fuel cost estimated at $10. You'll primarily be on major arteries like the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-95, making for a direct journey. Given the relatively short duration and highway profile, an overnight stop isn't necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This route keeps you within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Massachusetts.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 62.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that is 61% highway, meaning you'll spend a significant portion of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.1 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike. While primarily highway-focused, the inclusion of Amvets Highway suggests a potential for some transitions onto slightly less direct, though still significant, roadways. This profile generally indicates a functional and efficient journey rather than one defined by winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 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 26.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near MA 27 / Court Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.2 miles you will encounter 24 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 4.5 miles (MA 27 / Court Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
MA 27 / Court Street
Turn left onto MA 27 / Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
14.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
9
17.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmou...
8
29.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Weston
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-A
Toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Wes...
9
29.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39B
Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Whitman, MA and Worcester, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Portsmouth New Hampshire, Albany, Newton, Weston and Albany New York - among others.
Boston
6.7 mi in
|
~13m
Portsmouth New Hampshire
17.2 mi in
|
~27m
|
via US 1
Albany
29.2 mi in
|
~43m
Newton
29.2 mi in
|
~43m
Weston
29.2 mi in
|
~43m
Albany New York
29.4 mi in
|
~43m
Massachusetts Turnpike Toll
29.4 mi in
|
~43m
Mass Pike: Boston
29.7 mi in
|
~44m
Mass Pike West: Warcester
30 mi in
|
~45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 26.1 mi | 30m |
| I 95 | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| Amvets Highway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Grafton Street | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Temple Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Crescent Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 26.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on Central Street
46 ft
·
7 sec
·
Central Street
2
Turn left onto MA 27
433 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Avenue
3
Continue on MA 27
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Temple Street
4
Continue on MA 27
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Crescent Street
5
Continue on MA 27
439 ft
·
17 sec
·
School Street
6
Turn right onto MA 27; MA 123
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Commercial Street
7
Turn left onto MA 27
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Court Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Continue on MA 27
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
9
Turn right onto MA 27
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Reynolds Memorial Highway
Use the right lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward MA 24 North: Randolph, Boston
11
Merge onto MA 24
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 93; US 1
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 1
Exit 1B
Toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
15 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 39B-A
Toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Weston
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
423 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 95 North, MA 128 North, MA 30, I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany New York, Massachusetts Turnpike Toll
18
Continue on this road
351 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
Exit 39 A-B
Toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Weston
19
Continue on this road
411 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
Exit 39 A-B
Toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Weston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 39B
Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
22
Merge onto I 90
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 96
Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
24
Keep slight left at fork
173 ft
·
10 sec
25
Turn left onto MA 122
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Grafton Road
26
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
27
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grafton Street
28
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Grafton Street
29
Continue on MA 122
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grafton Street
30
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
277 ft
·
4 sec
·
Front Street
31
Continue on Front Street
427 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
32
Turn right onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Foster Street
33
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
34
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Whitman, MA · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Whitman, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Worcester, MA
The final approach into Worcester, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.95 one way
$19.91 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.86 | $21.71 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.73 | $27.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.56
Massachusetts Turnpike
(26.1 mi)
$1.56
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.53 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Worcester, MA
Afternoon in Worcester on Friday
Local time
1:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
25 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 25m 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 Whitman, MA to Worcester, MA covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 95, Amvets 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 31.1 miles from Whitman, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.95 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 62.2 miles you will encounter 24 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 4.5 miles (MA 27 / Court Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Whitman, MA and Worcester, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Portsmouth New Hampshire, Albany, Newton, Weston and Albany New York - among others.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Adams National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Boston National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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