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Fall Road Trips in Massachusetts

Routes

30

Avg Distance

151 mi

Avg Drive

3h 17m

Destinations

27

Massachusetts in the fall offers a range of drives, from scenic routes through gently rolling terrain to mostly highway trips. With 30 routes averaging 151 miles and taking about 3 hours and 17 minutes, you can explore diverse landscapes. Max elevations can reach up to 1890 feet, and EV charging is generally excellent, with some routes boasting over 10 DC fast chargers.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.51/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$22–$41

One-way, ~151 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~53 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: Massachusetts

Massachusetts peaks at around 82°F in Jul and cools to 37°F / 23°F in Jan. Wettest month is Dec at ~4.3 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 37 23 3.4 14.3
Feb 39 25 3.2 14.4
Mar 46 31 4.2 9
Apr 56 41 3.6 1.6
May 67 50 3.3 —
Jun 76 60 3.9 —
Jul 82 66 3.3 —
Aug 80 65 3.2 —
Sep peak 73 58 3.6 —
Oct peak 62 48 4 0.2
Nov peak 52 38 3.7 0.7
Dec 42 29 4.3 9

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for MA — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Massachusetts that work well for fall travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 151 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.51/gallon in Massachusetts (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $22 and $41. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Sep, Oct, Nov, Massachusetts typically sees daytime highs in the 52–73°F range with about 3.8 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Fall Routes

Editor's pick

Williamstown, MA → Dummer, NH

229.9 mi 5h 29m Score: 9/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Lower Waterford

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This route scores a 9 out of 10 for its drive quality, featuring gently rolling terrain and a maximum elevation of 1890 feet. It’s a substantial 229.9-mile trip that takes about 5.5 hours.

Editor's pick

Boston, MA → New York City, NY

214.1 mi 4h 40m Score: 9/10 ~$38 fuel

Through: Waterbury → Manhattan

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Boasting a drive score of 9, this 214.1-mile journey from Boston to NYC is mostly highway with flat terrain. It includes park access and fair EV coverage with 3 DC fast chargers.

Editor's pick

Williamstown, MA → New Bedford, MA

182.5 mi 4h 1m Score: 8/10 ~$32 fuel

Through: Providence → Cape Cod → Seekonk

5 tricky spots High drive quality

With excellent EV coverage and 13 DC fast chargers, this 182.5-mile drive is a standout. It offers gently rolling terrain reaching 1376 feet and includes park access.

Williamstown, MA → Bald Head, ME

182 mi 4h 30m Score: 8/10 ~$33 fuel

Through: Lawrence → New Hampshire → Maine Points

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Williamstown, MA → Fall River, MA

169.2 mi 3h 44m Score: 9/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: Providence → Cape Cod → Seekonk

5 tricky spots High drive quality

New Bedford, MA → Dalton, MA

167.5 mi 3h 37m Score: 9/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: Springfield → Pittsfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Springfield, MA → Chatham, MA

166.7 mi 3h 30m Score: 9/10 ~$30 fuel

Through: Taunton → Cape Cod

5 tricky spots High drive quality

New Bedford, MA → Housatonic, MA

160 mi 3h 19m Score: 9/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Springfield → Pittsfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Williamstown, MA → Boston, MA

157.8 mi 3h 30m Score: 9/10 ~$28 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Haverhill, MA → Pittsfield, MA

157.7 mi 3h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Nashua New Hampshire

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Cheshire, MA → Lynn, MA

157.6 mi 3h 28m Score: 9/10 ~$28 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brockton, MA → Sheffield, MA

157 mi 3h 24m Score: 9/10 ~$28 fuel

Through: Portsmouth New Hampshire → Albany → Newton +6 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Springfield, MA → South Yarmouth, MA

154.9 mi 3h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: Taunton → Cape Cod

5 tricky spots High drive quality

New Bedford, MA → Becket, MA

151.6 mi 3h 21m Score: 9/10 ~$27 fuel

Through: Springfield → Northampton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brockton, MA → Hinsdale, MA

146.4 mi 3h 22m Score: 9/10 ~$26 fuel

Through: Portsmouth New Hampshire → Albany → Newton +6 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fall River, MA → Lenox, MA

142.1 mi 2h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$26 fuel

Through: Springfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brockton, MA → Becket, MA

139.8 mi 3h 7m Score: 9/10 ~$25 fuel

Through: Portsmouth New Hampshire → Albany → Newton +6 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fall River, MA → Shelburne, MA

139.6 mi 2h 52m Score: 9/10 ~$25 fuel

Through: Springfield → Holyoke

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fall River, MA → Becket, MA

138 mi 3h 4m Score: 9/10 ~$24 fuel

Through: Springfield → Northampton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Springfield, MA → Sandwich, MA

136.1 mi 2h 46m Score: 8/10 ~$24 fuel

Through: Taunton → Cape Cod

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fall River, MA → Greenfield, MA

135 mi 2h 46m Score: 9/10 ~$24 fuel

Through: Springfield → Holyoke

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Dalton, MA → Lawrence, MA

134.4 mi 3h 20m Score: 9/10 ~$24 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Brockton, MA → Conway, MA

134.3 mi 2h 51m Score: 8/10 ~$24 fuel

Through: Portsmouth New Hampshire → Albany → Newton +7 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

New Bedford, MA → Russell, MA

130.5 mi 2h 46m Score: 9/10 ~$23 fuel

Through: Springfield → Northampton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Springfield, MA → White Island Shores, MA

126.5 mi 2h 36m Score: 8/10 ~$22 fuel

Through: Taunton → Cape Cod

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fall River, MA → Whately, MA

124.9 mi 2h 34m Score: 9/10 ~$22 fuel

Through: Springfield → Holyoke

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Haverhill, MA → Orleans, MA

124.6 mi 2h 44m Score: 9/10 ~$22 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Plymouth, MA → North Chicopee, MA

124.1 mi 2h 34m Score: 9/10 ~$22 fuel

Through: Boston → Warwick Rhode Island → Springfield

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Haverhill, MA → Chatham, MA

123.3 mi 2h 44m Score: 9/10 ~$22 fuel

Through: Brewster → Harwich Port

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Springfield, MA → Weweantic, MA

123.2 mi 2h 30m Score: 8/10 ~$22 fuel

Through: Taunton → Cape Cod

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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