Origin
Williamstown, MA
Evening in Williamstown on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
141.6 mi
228 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
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6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boston, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Traveling from Williamstown to Boston covers 141.6 miles across the Northeast, making for a manageable journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint, you should plan on dedicating a full day to the experience. Budgeting about $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the trip. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Walden, Hoxsey, and Main Street, you won't be dealing with any highway travel. This excursion is perfectly suited for a single-day commitment, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight split.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.8 miles from Williamstown, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this 141.6-mile path is defined by its turn-heavy local nature. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, meaning there are no monotonous, long-distance stretches to zone out on. In fact, the longest stretch you will find on Walden Street is 0 miles, indicating a route that keeps you engaged with constant navigation. Navigating through the local streets of Massachusetts requires your full attention as you transition between Main, Hoxsey, and Walden. Prepare for a road environment that prioritizes local connectivity over the rapid transit of an interstate.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walden Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA is easy. At 2h 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walden Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hoxsey Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cold Spring Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New Ashford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 7 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Williamstown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Walden Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamstown, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Spring Street
2
Turn right onto Walden Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Walden Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Hoxsey Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Hoxsey Street
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn straight onto Cold Spring Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Cold Spring Road
6
Continue on New Ashford Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
New Ashford Road
7
Continue on Route 7
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 7
8
Continue on New Ashford Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
New Ashford Road
9
Continue on Williamstown Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Williamstown Road
10
Continue on North Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on South Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
12
Continue on North Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
13
Turn right onto Wahconah Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Wahconah Street
14
Turn right onto North Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Street
15
Continue on South Street
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
South Street
16
Continue on Pittsfield Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Pittsfield Road
17
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Continue on Lee Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
19
Continue on Laurel Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Laurel Street
20
Continue on West Center Street
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Center Street
21
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Park Street
23
Continue on Housatonic Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Housatonic Street
24
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
25
Keep slight right
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
26
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
123 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
27
Take the exit slight left toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
512 ft
·
13 sec
·
I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
28
Keep slight right to continue on South Station
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Station
29
Turn left onto Kneeland Street
525 ft
·
22 sec
·
Kneeland Street
30
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Lincoln Street
31
At the end of the road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Summer Street
32
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Devonshire Street
33
Turn left onto Franklin Street
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
34
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
35
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
9 sec
·
Milk Street
36
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Washington Street
37
At the end of the road, turn left onto Court Street
472 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
38
Turn left onto Tremont Street
335 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tremont Street
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour and 55-minute drive relies on local roads rather than highways, your departure timing is key to avoiding local traffic congestion. Planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay refreshed, as the frequent turns can be more mentally taxing than a straight highway shot. Keep your $19 fuel budget in mind, but verify your fuel levels before leaving Williamstown, as local roads may not offer the same quick-access gas stations found on major interstates. Taking advantage of the route’s inherent flexibility is your best strategy, so don't be afraid to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected local road conditions. Given the turn-heavy profile of the route, prioritize checking your navigation frequently to ensure you stay on track through the various local streets.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.8 miles from Williamstown, MA, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.8 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Williamstown, 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 Williamstown, MA
This is one driving day of about 141.6 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Williamstown, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.8 mi from Williamstown, MA · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.8 miles from Williamstown, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
The final approach into Boston, 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 Boston, 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
$22.54 one way
$45.08 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $24.51 | $49.02 |
| premium | $4.80 | $26.75 | $53.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.46 | $62.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
| Efficient EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.82 | $9.06 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Boston, MA
Evening in Boston on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 55m 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 Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA covers 141.6 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walden Street, Hoxsey Street, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.8 miles from Williamstown, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.54 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA is easy. At 2h 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Williamstown, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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