Bridgewater, MA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Bridgewater, MA have 5 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 33 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Bridgewater, MA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
66.8 mi
Haverhill, MA
Quickest Drive
12m
Brockton, MA
Plan Around Bridgewater, MA
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Bridgewater, MA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Bridgewater, MA
Driving from Bridgewater, MA
On average, trips departing from Bridgewater, MA run 33 miles with a drive time of roughly 46m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 67 miles (1h 29m), while the shortest is just 7 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Bridgewater, MA are Haverhill, MA (66.8 mi, 1h 29m), City of Somerville, MA (35.8 mi, 52m), Boston, MA (31.6 mi, 46m), Plymouth, MA (23.2 mi, 32m), and Brockton, MA (7.4 mi, 12m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 33-mile drive from Bridgewater, MA, expect to burn about 1.3 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Bridgewater, MA and 1 routes heading into Bridgewater, MA, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 7 to 67 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bridgewater, MA covers 67 miles and takes approximately 1h 29m. Shorter options start at just 7 miles.
The average route from Bridgewater, MA runs about 33 miles with a drive time of roughly 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bridgewater, MA include Haverhill, MA, City of Somerville, MA, Boston, MA and Plymouth, MA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bridgewater, MA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
28,669
Median Income
$112,482
Median Home Value
$500,600
Median Age
37.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Bridgewater, MA
Bridgewater is a city in Massachusetts. Its population was about 29,000 in the 2020 census, and it is home to Bridgewater State College. This article also covers East Bridgewater, population about 14k in the 2020 census; and West Bridgewater, population about 8k in the 2020 census.
1 Bridgewater State University, 31 Summer St, ☏ +1 508-531-1000. A 235-acre college campus right in the center of town, it was founded in 1840 by Horace Mann as one of America's first teacher preparation institutions. BSC sports teams (the Bears) provide sports fans with games to watch. (updated Dec 2020) 2 Reverend James Keith Parsonage (Keith House), 199 River St (West Bridgewater), ☏ +1 508-559-1510. By appointment. Built in approximately 1662, this is perhaps the oldest remaining parsonage in the United States. Today it operates as a museum and is owned by the Old Bridgewater Historical Society. (updated Apr 2022) 3 Robbins Pond (East Bridgewater). Largest body of water in town. (updated Apr 2022)
1 East Bridgewater Cinemas (South Shore Cinemas), 225 Bedford St (East Bridgewater), ☏ +1 508 378-3010. Showings on weekdays start at 4PM and earlier on weekends. The theater is tiny, with five rooms. However, tickets are cheap, so this is a great choice when you want to see a movie but are short on funds and do not care about high-end visual and audio equipment, size, or seating. (updated Apr 2022) Olde Scotland Links, 695 Pine Street, ☏ +1 508-279-3344. An 18-hole links-style championship public course. Par 72, 5000-6800 yards, Black rating/slope 72.6/126. Host and founding club of the quintennial Master's by Night tournament. Riverbend Country Club, 250 East Center St, ☏ +1 508 580-3673. Riverbend Country Club is West Bridgewater's premier golf course. Specials include all you can play after 5PM on week nights. It is an 18-hole course which plays narrow on the front 9, but opens up on the back. Weekday $22. (updated Mar 2022)
Crispi's Italian Cuisine, 136 Broad Street, ☏ +1 508 697-6733. Daybreak Family Restaurant, 337 W Center St, ☏ +1 508 583-5341. 5AM - 2PM. A popular weekend spot for a fast delicious breakfast. Breakfast is served all day and there is a wide range of items to choose from. The most popular choices include eggs benedict and breakfast sandwiches. Although the restaurant is pretty small, they keep customers moving in and out so the waiting time is usually under 15 minutes. $4-12. (updated Mar 2022) Emma's Pub and Pizza, 1420 Pleasant Street (Route 104), ☏ +1 508 697-8815. 11AM-10PM. Drink specials and a large menu of reasonably priced appetizers and entrees keep Emma's busy Monday through Friday. There is a spacious outdoor deck, 40-seat bar, and large dining area. There most popular item is the 99-cent cheese pizza which is served every Wednesday from 8:30 to 10:30PM. The atmosphere Emma's provides is suitable for all. $10-30. (updated Mar 2022) 1 Mockingbird Restaurant & Martini Lounge, 838 N Bedford St (East Bridgewater), ☏ +1 508 378-4911. W Th 4:30-9PM, F Sa 4:30-10PM, Su 4-9PM. If you’re in the mood for Italian food (and/or martinis), this is the place to go in East Bridgewater. It has a slightly more formal atmosphere than Pier 18 but its prices are higher. Wedding venue. $20-45. (updated Apr 2022)
Barrett's Alehouse Bridgewater, 425 Bedford Street, ☏ +1 508 697-4800. (Rte 18). Inside and out. Local live bands or DJ Th-Sa.
Residence Inn Boston Bridgewater, 2020 Pleasant St. (updated Dec 2020)
Bridgewater is centrally located at the interchange of Interstate 495 and Route 24. Routes 104, and 18 intersect at the town's center. East Bridgewater is directly on Route 18. 1 Bridgewater Station, 85 Burrill Ave. Accessible boarding for all train cars. 499 parking spaces, 10 accessible. Bike racks. MBTA zone 6. $10.50 to Boston; parking: M-F $4, Sa-Su $2. (updated Apr 2022)
Travel tips adapted from Bridgewater (Massachusetts) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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