Road Trips from New Bedford, MA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
21
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
18
Under 2 hours
19 total in this range
Lawrence, MA
1h 50m85.1 mi one way
Sunderland, MA
1h 28m68.5 mi one way
North Andover, MA
1h 49m84.6 mi one way
South Lancaster, MA
1h 45m83.2 mi one way
Shirley, MA
1h 58m90.4 mi one way
Full-day getaway
Browse by Mood
Lawrence, MA
1h 50m85.1 mi one way
Ashburnham, MA
2h 16m99.9 mi one way
Palmer, MA
2h 5m100 mi one way
Sunderland, MA
1h 28m68.5 mi one way
Lawrence, MA
1h 50m85.1 mi one way
North Andover, MA
1h 49m84.6 mi one way
Plymouth, MA
50m31.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Peak fall foliage — plan late-September through mid-October.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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Other nearby cities with their own escape planners.
Ready to plan?
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