Origin
Agawam, MA
Late night in Agawam on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Agawam, MA to Monson, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Agawam, MA
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Monson, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through Western Massachusetts, the 19.2-mile journey from Agawam to Monson is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 36 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate primarily via Springfield Street, Wilbraham Road, and Monson Road as you traverse the Northeast landscape. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $3, this route is highly economical for those keeping a close eye on their travel budget. Since the entire trip is quite short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated planning. It is an ideal choice for a simple, efficient commute between these two Massachusetts towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilbraham Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Monson Road | 3 mi | 6m |
| Springfield Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| State Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Henry E Bodurtha Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Columbus Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Wilbraham Road
— 6.5 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Agawam, MA and Monson, MA.
1
Start on School Street
103 ft
·
7 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn right onto MA 159
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
4
Turn straight onto MA 57
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Henry E Bodurtha Highway
5
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
6
Turn straight onto US 5
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 5
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Chicopee
8
Turn slight right onto East Columbus Avenue
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Columbus Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn right onto Broad Street
451 ft
·
11 sec
·
Broad Street
10
Turn left onto Main Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Main Street
11
Turn right onto State Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Street
12
Turn right onto Benton Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Benton Street
13
Turn left onto Wilbraham Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Wilbraham Road
14
Continue on Springfield Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Springfield Street
15
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn left onto Monson Road
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Monson Road
17
Continue on Wilbraham Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Wilbraham Road
18
Continue on High Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
19
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Pleasant Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto Harrison Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Harrison Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Harrison Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 159 / Main Street
Turn right onto MA 159 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 91 North: Springfield, Chicopee
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 91 North: Springfield, Chicopee
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
State Street
Turn right onto State Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
19.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Harrison Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Harrison Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.07 one way
$6.15 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.65 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Destination
Monson, MA
Late night in Monson on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 36-minute duration. Unlike an interstate trek, this route features only 2% highway driving, favoring local roads that wind through the region. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs along Wilbraham Road, which covers 6.5 miles of the total distance. Because the road personality is defined by frequent turns rather than monotonous high-speed lanes, you should stay alert and ready for changing road conditions. It is a practical drive that prioritizes local navigation over highway cruising, so settle in for a steady pace rather than a rapid sprint.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.5 mi on Wilbraham Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 159 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 159 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles (State Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
705 ft
59 ft
Total Climb
697 ft
Total Descent
357 ft
Highest Point
705 ft
~17.9 mi in
Elevation Range
647 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Agawam, MA to Monson, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Chicopee along the way.
Chicopee
2.3 mi in
|
~4m
About the Cities
Arriving in Monson, MA
Full guide →Monson is a small town in Maine, with a population of 609 according to the 2020 census. It was incorporated in 1822, and named after Monson, Massachusetts. Monson is primarily known for its slate quarries and it being the last town before the 100 mile wilderness on the Appalachian Trail. Today it has become something of an artist's town featuring galleries and several restaurants while still catering to thru hikers of the AT.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 19.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (2%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.5 miles on Wilbraham Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 159 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles (State Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Monson, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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