Origin
Winchendon, MA
Evening in Winchendon on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
55.9 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winchendon, MA
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Framingham, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA covers 55.9 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maple Street, Central Street, Front Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.95 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
27.9 miles from Winchendon, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 14m drive with frequent turns across 55.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maple 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 Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Street | — | — |
| Central Street | — | — |
| Front Street | — | — |
| Spring Street | — | — |
| Gardner Road | — | — |
| Green Street | — | — |
| Concord Turnpike | — | — |
| MA 70 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Maple Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winchendon, MA and Framingham, MA.
1
Start on the route
404 ft
·
32 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
157 ft
·
17 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Maple Street
151 ft
·
7 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Turn left onto Central Street
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Central Street
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Front Street
95 ft
·
7 sec
·
Front Street
6
Turn slight left onto Spring Street
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Spring Street
7
Continue on Gardner Road
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gardner Road
8
Continue on Green Street
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Green Street
9
Take the exit slight right
12 mi
·
17 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on Concord Turnpike
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Concord Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward MA 70: Lancaster, Lunenburg
479 ft
·
12 sec
·
MA 70: Lancaster, Lunenburg
12
Keep slight right
98 ft
·
3 sec
13
Turn right onto Old Turnpike Road
371 ft
·
13 sec
·
Old Turnpike Road
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Lunenburg Road
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lunenburg Road
15
Exit the roundabout onto Lunenburg Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Lunenburg Road
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Continue on Seven Bridge Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
18
Continue on Main Street
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
19
Take the ramp slight right toward I 495 South: Marlborough
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 495 South: Marlborough
20
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
11 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward MA 9 East: Framingham
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 9 East: Framingham
22
Merge slight left onto Turnpike Road
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Turnpike Road
23
Continue on Worcester Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Worcester Road
24
Take the exit slight right
459 ft
·
13 sec
25
Turn slight left onto High Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
High Street
26
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
27
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Union Avenue
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
Union Avenue
28
Exit the roundabout onto Union Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Avenue
29
At the end of the road, turn left onto Concord Street
344 ft
·
14 sec
·
Concord Street
30
Turn right onto Frederick Street
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
Frederick Street
31
Turn right
180 ft
·
15 sec
32
Turn right
121 ft
·
11 sec
33
Turn right
7 ft
34
Arrive at your destination
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 27.9 miles from Winchendon, MA, or about 37m 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 12 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.9 miles or 37m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Framingham, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Winchendon, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Winchendon, MA
This is one driving day of about 55.9 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Winchendon, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Winchendon, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Winchendon, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Framingham, MA
The final approach into Framingham, 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
$8.95 one way
$17.89 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.76 | $19.51 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.61 | $21.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.83 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Evening in Framingham on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 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
13 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 14m 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 Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA covers 55.9 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maple Street, Central Street, Front Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.9 miles from Winchendon, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.95 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.
The drive from Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Winchendon, MA to Framingham, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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