Origin
Framingham Center, MA
Late night in Framingham Center on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham Center, MA to Ludlow, 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
1h 18m
Distance
61.2 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Framingham Center, MA
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Ludlow, MA
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Trip Overview
Framingham Center, MA to Ludlow, MA is 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 18m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, making it a straightforward transit. It's a short enough drive that you can easily complete it in a single day, perfect for a quick hop between locations or as part of a larger journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 56.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| Worcester Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Salem End Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sewall Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Temple Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Maynard Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 56.2 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham Center, MA and Ludlow, MA.
1
Start on this road
55 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto State Street
122 ft
·
10 sec
·
State Street
3
Turn left onto Maynard Road
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Maynard Road
4
Turn left onto Salem End Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Salem End Road
5
Turn right onto Temple Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Temple Street
6
Turn left onto MA 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester Road
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West, I 90 East: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West: Worcester, Springfield, Massachusetts Turnpike West
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 90
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 54
Toward MA 21: Ludlow, Belchertown
12
Turn left onto MA 21
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Center Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Sewall Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Sewall Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Howard Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Howard Street
15
Turn right onto Oak Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
16
Turn left onto Walnut Street
219 ft
·
12 sec
·
Walnut Street
17
Turn right
115 ft
·
10 sec
18
Turn left
303 ft
·
22 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Framingham Center, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
State Street
Turn right onto State Street
Navigation decision point
8
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 West: Worcester, Springfield, Massachusetts Turnpike West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 90 West: Worcester, Springfield, Massa...
6
35.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward MA 21: Ludlow, Belchertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 54
Toward MA 21: Ludlow, Belchertown
6
60.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Sewall Street
Turn left onto Sewall Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.79 one way
$19.59 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.68 | $21.36 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.62 | $23.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.37
Massachusetts Turnpike
(56.2 mi)
$3.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Ludlow, MA
Late night in Ludlow on Tuesday
Local time
5:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
4 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
1h 18m 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?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 92% of the trip on high-speed roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 56.2 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Expect to transition from highway to surface roads towards the end of your drive, likely around mile 56. The high percentage of highway means you'll encounter frequent exits and potential for merging traffic as you approach your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.2 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Worcester Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near State Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.2 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (State Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.8 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Ludlow, MA
Full guide →Ludlow is a town in central Massachusetts, about a 15- to 20-minute drive to downtown Springfield.
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 1h 18m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.2 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.37 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Ludlow, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (State Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.8 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail, Minute Man National Historical Park and Boston National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ludlow, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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