Origin
Hopedale, MA
Late night in Hopedale on Sunday
Local time
2:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopedale, MA to Holden, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
26.2 mi
42 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 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopedale, MA
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Holden, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Hopedale to Holden, you are in for a straightforward 33.5-mile journey across Massachusetts. Expect to spend about 49 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route that connects two points within the Northeast region. Because the entire trip is local, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a practical, efficient way to move between these two towns without any need for highway travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Street | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Grafton Street | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Worcester Street | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Milford Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Old Upton Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Dutcher Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Upton Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Salisbury Street
— 6.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopedale, MA and Holden, MA.
1
Start on Hopedale Street
40 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hopedale Street
2
Turn right onto Peace Street
374 ft
·
21 sec
·
Peace Street
3
Turn left onto Dutcher Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Dutcher Street
4
Turn left onto MA 140
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
5
Continue on MA 140
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Milford Street
6
Continue on MA 140
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on MA 140
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Upton Street
8
Turn left onto Old Upton Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Upton Road
9
Continue on South Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
10
Turn left onto MA 140
209 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Street
11
Turn slight right onto MA 140
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Worcester Street
12
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 122
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester Street
13
Continue on MA 122
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Grafton Road
14
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
15
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grafton Street
16
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Grafton Street
17
Continue on MA 122
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grafton Street
18
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
277 ft
·
4 sec
·
Front Street
19
Continue on Front Street
427 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
20
Turn right onto Foster Street
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Foster Street
21
Turn right onto Major Taylor Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Major Taylor Boulevard
22
Continue on MA 70
521 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lincoln Street
23
Take the exit
429 ft
·
17 sec
24
Continue on Concord Street
384 ft
·
8 sec
·
Concord Street
25
Continue on Salisbury Street
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Salisbury Street
26
At end of road, turn left onto MA 122A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Turn right onto Maple Street
301 ft
·
17 sec
·
Maple Street
28
Turn left
111 ft
·
8 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 25.3 — 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
|
Peace Street
Turn right onto Peace Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
MA 122 / Grafton Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 122 / Grafton Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
18 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Front Street
Enter roundabout onto Front Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
18.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Foster Street
Turn right onto Foster Street
Navigation decision point
6
25.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
MA 122A / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 122A / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.19 one way
$8.39 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.57 | $9.15 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.97 | $9.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 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 | 7.9 | 0 | $2.75 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
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
Holden, MA
Late night in Holden on Sunday
Local time
2:04 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
22 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
50m 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 drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. You will navigate exclusively on local roads like Peace Street, Dutcher Street, and West Street, as this route features a 0% highway share. Because the entire 33.5-mile distance consists of local streets, you should expect constant turns and variable speeds rather than a monotonous interstate grind. This is a technical, low-speed drive where you will need to focus on local navigation throughout the entire 49-minute duration. The road’s personality is defined by its steady, localized pace, offering a stark contrast to high-speed highway commuting.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.2 mi on Salisbury Street.
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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Peace Street.
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 26.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 (Peace Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles (MA 122 / Grafton Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18 miles (Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
820 ft
274 ft
Total Climb
914 ft
Total Descent
368 ft
Highest Point
820 ft
~26.2 mi in
Elevation Range
546 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 26.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m 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 with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.2 miles on Salisbury 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: near the start (Peace Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles (MA 122 / Grafton Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18 miles (Front Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park (4 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 Holden, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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