Trip from Worcester, MA to Acushnet, MA

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

1h 32m

Distance

71.6 mi

115 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 25m ★

6 AM

1h 32m

8 AM

1h 46m

10 AM

1h 37m

12 PM

1h 36m

3 PM

1h 38m

5 PM

1h 46m

8 PM

1h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Worcester, MA

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town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States

Acushnet, MA

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Trip Overview

This 71.6-mile drive from Worcester, MA to Acushnet, MA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes. You'll primarily be on highways, with a 63% highway share, making it a relatively straightforward journey. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $11, which is quite budget-friendly. Given its manageable length and focus on major roads, it's perfect for a quick getaway or an efficient commute between these two points within the Northeast region. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay.

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

35.8 miles from Worcester, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 63% of your mileage on expressways. You'll be navigating on roads like the East Providence Expressway and I-195 for significant portions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.4 miles on the East Providence Expressway, offering a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. While primarily highway, you'll also experience sections on Providence Pike, which may offer a slight change of scenery before you reach your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

East Providence Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East Providence Expressway and I 195. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.2 miles in near I 95.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 71.6 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 38.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.7 miles (I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

38.2 mi into trip | ~46m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

39.4 mi into trip | ~48m in | US 6

Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 36A Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence,...

42.7 mi into trip | ~53m in | I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6 / East Providence Expressway toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA

58.1 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | I 195

Keep slight right at fork onto I 195

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

68.4 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Take the exit toward Penniman Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 25 Toward Penniman Street

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Worcester, MA and Acushnet, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Seekonk.

Cape Cod

39.4 mi in | ~48m | via US 6

Seekonk

42.7 mi in | ~53m | via I 195; US 1A; US 6

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
East Providence Expressway	15.4 mi	19m
I 195	10.2 mi	12m
Providence Pike	7.7 mi	8m
Eddie Dowling Highway	7.5 mi	8m
Worcester Providence Turnpike	7 mi	8m
North Smithfield Expressway	5.7 mi	6m
Purple Heart Highway	3.9 mi	5m
US 6	3.3 mi	5m

Longest stretch: East Providence Expressway — 15.4 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Worcester, MA and Acushnet, MA.

Start on Main Street

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto Myrtle Street

263 ft · 15 sec · Myrtle Street

Turn right onto Southbridge Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southbridge Street

Turn left onto Quinsigamond Avenue

0.6 mi · 57 sec · Quinsigamond Avenue

Continue on MA 146

2.5 mi · 3 min · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on MA 122A; MA 146

2.1 mi · 2 min · Worcester-Providence Turnpike

Continue on MA 146

0.9 mi · 1 min · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on MA 146

7.0 mi · 8 min · Worcester Providence Turnpike

Continue on MA 146

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on MA 146

7.7 mi · 8 min · Providence Pike

Continue on MA 146

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on RI 146

5.7 mi · 6 min · North Smithfield Expressway

Continue on RI 146

7.5 mi · 8 min · Eddie Dowling Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on RI 146

2.9 mi · 3 min · Old Louisquisset Pike

Merge onto I 95

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 6

3.3 mi · 5 min · US 6

Exit 36A Toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 195; US 1A; US 6

15 mi · 19 min · East Providence Expressway

Toward US 6: Pawtucket Avenue, Seekonk MA Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 195

10 mi · 12 min · I 195

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Exit 25 Toward Penniman Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto County Street

0.3 mi · 31 sec · County Street

Turn right onto Sawyer Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Sawyer Street

Turn left onto Acushnet Avenue

1.5 mi · 2 min · Acushnet Avenue

Turn right onto Wood Street

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Wood Street

Continue on Slocum Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Slocum Street

At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street

240 ft · 9 sec · South Main Street

Turn right onto Hayes Street

398 ft · 17 sec · Hayes Street

Arrive at destination

Hayes Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 1.5 hours, this route offers great flexibility. You can leave Worcester any time of day and still arrive in Acushnet with plenty of daylight remaining. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is short, you can easily make this a spontaneous trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on the East Providence Expressway is over 15 miles, so it's wise to ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $11 makes this an economical choice.

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 35.8 miles from Worcester, MA, or about 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.4 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 71.6 miles or 1h 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 35.8 miles or 43m 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 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Acushnet, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Worcester, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Worcester, MA

This is one driving day of about 71.6 miles and 1h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Worcester, 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 East Providence Expressway for about 15.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 35.8 mi from Worcester, MA · 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

36 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.8 miles from Worcester, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Acushnet, MA

The final approach into Acushnet, 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 Acushnet, 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

$11.46 one way

$22.92 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$12.50	$24.99
premium	$4.82	$13.60	$27.19
diesel	$5.61	$15.81	$31.62

Estimated Tolls: $0.64

Worcester Providence Turnpike (7 mi) $0.49

Worcester-Providence Turnpike (2.1 mi) $0.15

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

$11

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21.5	$7.52	$3.44
Efficient EV	17.9	$6.26	$2.86
EV Truck/SUV	28.6	$10.02	$4.58

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 10, 2026

Origin

Worcester, MA

Afternoon in Worcester on Wednesday

Local time

4:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Acushnet, MA

Afternoon in Acushnet on Wednesday

Local time

4:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

43°F

Brookhaven, NY

36 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

13 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 32m 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 Worcester, MA to Acushnet, MA covers 71.6 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are East Providence Expressway, I 195, Providence Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 35.8 miles from Worcester, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.46 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.