Origin
Framingham, MA
Morning in Framingham on Tuesday
Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham, 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
1h 16m
Distance
53.5 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
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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Monson, MA
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Trip Overview
Framingham to Monson is 53.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 16 minutes via Massachusetts Turnpike and Sturbridge Road, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Massachusetts, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a relatively short trip, ideal for a single day, and offers a mix of highway and surface road driving. You'll find it's a straightforward route for a quick transfer between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 32.3 mi | 37m |
| Sturbridge Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| Brimfield Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Palmer Road | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Worcester Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Wilbur Cross Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Union Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 32.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Monson, 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
·
42 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn left onto MA 30
367 ft
·
7 sec
·
Worcester Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
12
Merge onto MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West, I 90 East: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West: Worcester, Springfield, Massachusetts Turnpike West
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 90
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wilbur Cross Highway
Exit 78
Toward I 84: Hartford, New York City
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 6B
Toward US 20 West: Sturbridge, Palmer
18
Merge onto US 20
436 ft
·
8 sec
·
Charlton Road
19
Take the exit
392 ft
·
14 sec
20
Continue on US 20
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Charlton Road
21
Continue on US 20
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
22
Continue on US 20
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Brimfield Road
23
Continue on US 20
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Sturbridge Road
24
Continue on US 20
366 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sturbridge Road
25
Continue on US 20; MA 19
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
26
Continue on US 20
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Palmer Road
27
Turn left
49 ft
·
3 sec
28
Turn right onto Main Palmer Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Palmer Road
29
Continue on Monson Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Monson Road
30
Continue on Brimfield Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Brimfield Road
31
Continue on Bethany Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bethany Road
32
Continue on Chestnut Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Chestnut Street
33
Continue on MA 32
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Main Street
34
Turn right onto Harrison Avenue
233 ft
·
10 sec
·
Harrison Avenue
35
Arrive at destination
Harrison Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Framingham, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 39.2 — 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
8
4.7 mi into trip
|
~11m 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...
9
37.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 84 / Wilbur Cross Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 84 / Wilbur Cross Highway toward I 84: Hartford, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 78
Toward I 84: Hartford, New York City
6
39.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 20 West: Sturbridge, Palmer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6B
Toward US 20 West: Sturbridge, Palmer
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.56 one way
$17.12 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.34 | $18.67 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.16 | $20.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.94
Massachusetts Turnpike
(32.3 mi)
$1.94
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Morning in Monson on Tuesday
Local time
8:24 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
2 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 16m 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?
About 60% of this drive is on the highway. You'll spend the longest stretch, 32.3 miles, on the Massachusetts Turnpike. After the highway portion, you'll transition to surface roads like Sturbridge Road and Brimfield Road. Expect to notice the density of exits as you approach and depart the highway.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.3 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.5 miles you will encounter 20 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Framingham, MA and Monson, MA, road signs point toward Springfield, Boston, Massachusetts Turnpike West, New York City and Palmer.
Springfield
4.1 mi in
|
~9m
Boston
4.1 mi in
|
~9m
Massachusetts Turnpike West
4.7 mi in
|
~11m
New York City
37.6 mi in
|
~49m
|
via I 84
Palmer
39.2 mi in
|
~52m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Mykonos Cafe & Bakery
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
34min in
2.6 mi from route
~6 min detour
Millbury, MA
Cuisine: greek
Hours: Mo-Tu, 07:00-14:00; We-Sa 07:00-18:00; S...
Visit websiteBodacious Bagel
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Honey Dew
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Culpeppers Bakery & Cafe
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
34min in
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Belen Casa de Pan
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
34min in
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Visit website
The Little Rest Stop
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
59min in
0.1 mi from route
Cuisine: american;bagel;coffee_shop;diner;local;pancake;sandwich
Visit websiteWendy's
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
34min in
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Worcester, MA
Cuisine: burger
Hours: 06:30-22:00
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
59min in
0.2 mi from route
Cuisine: sandwich
The Duck and Avellino
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
59min in
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Fiskdale, MA
Cuisine: brunch;italian;american
Churchill's Village Eatery
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
59min in
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Sturbridge
Ox & Yoke Café
Restaurant
Later in the drive, short detour
59min in
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Visit website
Concord Square Historic District
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
Irving Square Historic District
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Path Continues
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
1h 7m in
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Path Continues
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
1h 7m in
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Perry's Point
Viewpoint
Later in the drive, short detour
59min in
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Berry Acres Conservation Area
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
17min in
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Danforth Art Museum\School
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Framingham, MA
Visit websiteConcord Square Historic District
District
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
Irving Square Historic District
District
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Willard House and Clock Museum
Museum
Early in the drive, short detour
25min in
1.4 mi from route
~4 min detour
North, MA
Visit websiteEli's Rock
Memorial
Later in the drive, short detour
59min in
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Framingham Centre Common Historic District
District
Near the start, short detour
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Commonwealth Cottage
Motel
Later in the drive, right off the route
59min in
0.2 mi from route
Fiskdale, MA
Monticello Inn Framingham
Motel
Near the start, short detour
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
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 1h 16m. Total distance: 53.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.94 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 Monson, 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 126 / Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Minute Man National Historical Park, New England National Scenic Trail 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 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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