Origin
Barre, MA
Late night in Barre on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barre, MA to Worcester, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 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 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Barre to Worcester, this 21.8-mile journey is a straightforward commute that easily fits into a single day. Expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making it a quick and efficient transition between these two Massachusetts towns. You will primarily navigate via Pleasant Street, Worcester Road, and Barre Paxton Road, keeping the entire trip on local routes rather than major interstates. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, this drive is exceptionally economical for your travel plans. Since the trip is short and straightforward, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or complex logistics. It is the perfect option for those who prefer a simple, direct drive through the Northeast landscape without the stress of high-speed highway traffic.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Street | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| Worcester Road | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| Barre Paxton Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Chandler Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Summer Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Concert Mall | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pleasant Street
— 6.8 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on MA 32; MA 122
171 ft
·
2 sec
·
Concert Mall
2
Continue on MA 32; MA 122
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Summer Street
3
Continue on MA 122
6.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Worcester Road
4
Continue on MA 122
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
5
Continue on MA 122
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
6
Continue on MA 122
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Pleasant Street
7
Turn right onto MA 122
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Chandler Street
8
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 18.6 and 21.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
18.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
MA 122 / Chandler Street
Turn right onto MA 122 / Chandler Street
Navigation decision point
3
21.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.49 one way
$6.98 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.80 | $7.61 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Worcester, MA
Late night in Worcester on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
37m 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 experience that keeps you engaged throughout the 37-minute duration. Unlike an interstate grind, this route avoids highways entirely, meaning your focus will be on navigating local roads rather than maintaining high speeds. You will encounter your longest stretch of continuous driving during a 6.8-mile segment on Pleasant Street. Because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, the pace remains steady rather than fast. You should expect a drive that requires your full attention due to the frequent turns as you travel from Barre toward Worcester.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.8 mi on Pleasant Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 18.6 miles in near MA 122 / Chandler Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Barre, MA to Worcester, MA is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles (MA 122 / Chandler Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.6 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Worcester, MA
Full guide →Explore fine arts, history, and take in a show in Worcester, a medium sized city in Central Massachusetts about an hour's drive west of Boston. Worcester's seven hills and their valleys contain top notch museums, nine colleges and universities, beautiful parks, and food from all over the globe.
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 37m. Total distance: 21.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.8 miles on Pleasant Street. 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: at 18.6 miles (MA 122 / Chandler Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.6 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Worcester, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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