Origin
Hopedale, MA
Late night in Hopedale on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopedale, MA to Leominster, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
35.2 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
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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Leominster, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Hopedale to Leominster, you are looking at a manageable 36-mile journey through the heart of Massachusetts. This drive typically takes about 51 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate entirely via local roads, as this route features a zero-percent highway share. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is an economical way to move between these two Northeast locations. Because the route relies on local streets rather than major interstates, it is best suited for those who prefer a slower, steady pace over high-speed travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 19.5 mi | 22m |
| Main Street | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| Lancaster Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Seven Bridge Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| New Lancaster Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Adin Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Dutcher Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 19.5 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopedale, MA and Leominster, MA.
1
Start on Hopedale Street
40 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hopedale Street
2
Turn right onto Peace Street
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
Peace Street
3
Turn right onto Dutcher Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Dutcher Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Adin Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Adin Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto MA 16
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn left onto MA 85
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
8
Merge onto I 495
19 mi
·
22 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 70
Toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
10
Keep slight right at fork
377 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 70
Toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
11
Turn straight onto MA 117
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on MA 117
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
13
Continue on MA 70; MA 117
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
14
Continue on MA 117
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
New Lancaster Road
15
Continue on MA 117
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Lancaster Street
16
Turn slight right onto MA 12
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Central Street
17
Continue on MA 12
199 ft
·
12 sec
·
Monument Square
18
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
311 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pleasant Street
19
Turn left
306 ft
·
22 sec
20
Turn straight
6 ft
·
0 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Hopedale, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.6 — 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
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Dutcher Street
Turn right onto Dutcher Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
MA 85 / Cedar Street
Turn left onto MA 85 / Cedar Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
23.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 70
Toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
8
23.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 70
Toward MA 117: Bolton, Stow
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.63 one way
$11.27 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.14 | $12.29 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.68 | $13.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.93 | $2.25 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Leominster, MA
Late night in Leominster on Sunday
Local time
12:23 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
54m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will spend the entirety of your 36-mile transit navigating surface streets, specifically utilizing Peace Street, Dutcher Street, and Adin Street. Since there are no highway segments to break up the drive, you should anticipate frequent intersections and lower speeds throughout the 51-minute duration. The character of this route is defined by its constant navigation through local infrastructure rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. It is a practical, direct path that prioritizes local connectivity over the efficiency of a major expressway.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.5 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 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 35.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (Dutcher Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (MA 85 / Cedar Street): 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 Hopedale, MA to Leominster, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Stow along the way.
Stow
23.5 mi in
|
~30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 35.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.5 miles on I 495. 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 0.1 miles (Dutcher Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (MA 85 / Cedar Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leominster, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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