Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
23.8 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hinsdale, MA
Tom Fisk
North Adams, MA
Phil Evenden
Hinsdale to North Adams is 23.8 miles and takes about 43 minutes via Cheshire Road and South State Road, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a local drive with plenty of turns, making it a good option for a leisurely day trip or an easy connection between destinations. If you're looking for a straightforward drive with minimal highway time, this route fits the bill.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cheshire Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| South State Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Curran Memorial Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North State Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| East Housatonic Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Columbia Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Hinsdale Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hinsdale, MA and North Adams, MA.
Start on Main Street
Continue on MA 8
Turn left onto East Housatonic Street
Merge onto MA 8; MA 9
Continue on MA 8; MA 9
Take the exit onto MA 8
Merge onto MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Turn left onto MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Enter roundabout onto MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Continue on MA 8
Turn right onto Main Street
Continue on MA 8A
Turn left onto MA 8A
Turn straight onto MA 8A
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 23.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto East Housatonic Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto MA 8 / Cheshire Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
Enter roundabout onto MA 8 / Columbia Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MA 8A / North Church Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.81 one way
$7.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.15 | $8.31 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.52 | $9.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.25 | $10.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Hinsdale on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in North Adams on Sunday
Local time
6:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is characterized by its frequent turns, offering a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local roads for the entire 23.8 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 3.6 miles on Cheshire Road. As you progress, you'll experience the feel of a local drive, with opportunities to observe the immediate surroundings without the high speeds typical of highways.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near East Housatonic Street.
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 23.8 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 2.3 miles (East Housatonic Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (MA 8 / Cheshire Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19 miles (MA 8 / Columbia Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 23.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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