Origin
Framingham, MA
Late night in Framingham on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham, MA to Ayer, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
26.9 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Framingham, MA
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Ayer, MA
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Trip Overview
Framingham to Ayer is 26.9 miles and takes about 49 minutes via MA 2, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically Massachusetts, making it a convenient local trip. Expect a fairly direct route with a mix of main roads and local streets. Given its brevity, this journey is perfect for a quick excursion or an easy addition to a larger travel plan, offering a straightforward transition between two points in the Bay State.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MA 2 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Edgell Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Union Avenue | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Maynard Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Littleton Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Parker Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Ayer Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
MA 2
— 4.6 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Ayer, MA.
1
Start on this road
192 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
119 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn right
70 ft
·
10 sec
4
Turn left
81 ft
·
7 sec
5
Turn right onto Kendall Street
229 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kendall Street
6
Turn right onto MA 126
255 ft
·
15 sec
·
Concord Street
7
Turn left onto Union Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Avenue
8
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
9
Continue on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Main Street
10
Continue on Edgell Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Edgell Road
11
Continue on Nobscot Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Nobscot Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 20
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boston Post Road
13
Turn left onto Union Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Concord Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Concord Road
15
Turn sharp left onto MA 27
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hudson Road
16
Turn right onto MA 27
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Maynard Road
17
Continue on MA 27
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Parker Street
18
Turn left onto MA 27; MA 62
476 ft
·
14 sec
·
Waltham Street
19
Turn right onto Acton Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Acton Street
20
Continue on MA 27
500 ft
·
11 sec
·
Haynes Street
21
Continue on MA 27
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Brown Street
22
Continue on MA 27
500 ft
·
10 sec
·
Acton Street
23
Continue on MA 27
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
24
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward MA 2 West: Fitchburg
25
Merge onto MA 2
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
MA 2
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 112
Toward Littleton
27
Keep slight left at fork
214 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Littleton
28
Turn left onto Taylor Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Street
29
Turn right onto King Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
King Street
30
At end of road, turn left onto MA 2A; MA 110
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Ayer Road
31
Continue on MA 2A; MA 110
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Littleton Road
32
Enter roundabout onto MA 2A; MA 111
228 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
33
Continue on MA 2A; MA 111
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
34
Turn right onto MA 2A; MA 111
420 ft
·
6 sec
·
Park Street
35
Arrive at destination
MA 2A; MA 111
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21 — 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
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 126 / Concord Street
Turn right onto MA 126 / Concord Street
Navigation decision point
5
6.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Union Avenue
Turn left onto Union Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
MA 27 / Hudson Road
Turn sharp left onto MA 27 / Hudson Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
21 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Littleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Littleton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.31 one way
$8.61 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.69 | $9.39 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Ayer, MA
Late night in Ayer on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°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
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
49m 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 characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with only 17% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.6 miles on MA 2, offering a brief period of more consistent speed. As you transition from MA 2 to Edgell Road and then Main Street, be prepared for more frequent turns and changes in the local environment. The drive will feel more like navigating through towns and neighborhoods rather than cruising on an open highway.
Only 17% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.6 mi on MA 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.9 miles you will encounter 23 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 126 / Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (Union Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Framingham, MA to Ayer, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Littleton along the way.
Littleton
20.8 mi in
|
~39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 26.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.6 miles on MA 2. 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 126 / Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (Union Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Minute Man National Historical Park, Lowell 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 Ayer, 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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