The drive from Worcester, MA to Wareham, MA covers 75.2 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, Massachusetts Turnpike, Grafton Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57 miles on I 495.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.03 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.
Midpoint
37.6 miles from Worcester, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 75.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 32m highway drive covering 75.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and Massachusetts Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 57 miles on I 495.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 57 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Massachusetts Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.2 miles you will encounter 15 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.5 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
8
15 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
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 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
6
15.2 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
6
73 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 195 West: Wareham, New Bedford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward I 195 West: Wareham, New Bedford
7
73.5 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward MA 28: Wareham, South Middleboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 39
Toward MA 28: Wareham, South Middleboro
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 Wareham, MA, road signs point toward Taunton and Cape Cod.
Taunton
15 mi in|~19m
Cape Cod
15.2 mi in|~20m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 495
57 mi
1h 5m
Massachusetts Turnpike
9.5 mi
10m
Grafton Street
3.6 mi
4m
Cranberry Highway
1 mi
1m
Front Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Grafton Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
I 195
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 57 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worcester, MA and Wareham, MA.
1
Start on Main Street
293 ft·12 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto Front Street
0.4 mi·50 sec·Front Street
3
Enter roundabout onto Grafton Street
24 ft·0 sec·Grafton Street
4
Continue on Grafton Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·Grafton Street
5
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi·41 sec·Grafton Street
6
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
39 ft·0 sec·Grafton Street
7
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi·3 min·Grafton Street
8
Continue on MA 122
0.4 mi·59 sec·Grafton Road
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
11
Merge onto I 90
9.5 mi·10 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Exit 106Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, TauntonUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
14
Merge onto I 495
57 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 1Toward I 195 West: Wareham, New Bedford
16
Continue on I 195
0.2 mi·13 sec·I 195
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 39Toward MA 28: Wareham, South Middleboro
18
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·8 sec
19
Turn left onto MA 28
1.0 mi·1 min·Cranberry Highway
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Tihonet Road
329 ft·15 sec·Tihonet Road
21
Turn slight left onto Main Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·Main Street
22
Turn right
42 ft·3 sec
23
Arrive at 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 37.6 miles from Worcester, MA, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57 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 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 47m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wareham, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Worcester, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Worcester, MA
This is one driving day of about 75.2 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Worcester, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 495 for about 57 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.6 mi from Worcester, MA
· 47m into the drive
The midpoint is around 37.6 miles from Worcester, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wareham, MA
The final approach into Wareham, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 36.3
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 75.2
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 15.6
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
$15
near mile 41.5
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 51.8
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 38.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.03 one way
$24.07 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$13.12
$26.25
premium
$4.82
$14.28
$28.56
diesel
$5.61
$16.60
$33.21
Estimated Tolls: $0.57
Massachusetts Turnpike
(9.5 mi)$0.57
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
$12
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.6
0
$7.90
$3.61
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.58
$3.01
EV Truck/SUV
30.1
0
$10.53
$4.81
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Worcester, MA
Evening
in Worcester on Friday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Wareham, MA
Evening
in Wareham on Friday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
11 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 Wareham, MA covers 75.2 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 I 495, Massachusetts Turnpike, Grafton Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.6 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 $12.03 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 75.2 miles you will encounter 15 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Worcester, MA and Wareham, MA, road signs point toward Taunton and Cape Cod.
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.
