Origin
Leicester, MA
Morning in Leicester on Tuesday
Local time
10:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leicester, MA to Framingham Center, 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
44m
Distance
29.1 mi
47 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leicester, MA
Italo Melo
Framingham Center, MA
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Trip Overview
Leicester, MA to Framingham Center, MA is 29.1 miles and takes about 44m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive experience, suitable for a single-day excursion. It's a relatively short journey, making it convenient for a quick trip or a segment of a larger New England adventure. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward drive with a moderate amount of highway time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| Main Street | 6.1 mi | 12m |
| Grafton Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Worcester Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Grafton Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Myrtle Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| McGrath Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 14.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leicester, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MA 9
6.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Myrtle Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Myrtle Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto McGrath Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
McGrath Boulevard
5
Continue on Foster Street
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Foster Street
6
Turn slight right onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Franklin Street
7
Turn right onto Harding Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Harding Street
8
Turn left onto Winter Street
326 ft
·
8 sec
·
Winter Street
9
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Grafton Street
10
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
39 ft
·
0 sec
·
Grafton Street
11
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
12
Continue on MA 122
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Grafton Road
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
15
Merge onto I 90
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
18
Merge onto MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
19
Take the exit
459 ft
·
12 sec
20
Turn slight left onto High Street
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
High Street
21
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Street
22
Turn left
55 ft
·
4 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 9 / Main Street
Turn right onto MA 9 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
10.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
8
26.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
5
26.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
5
29 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.66 one way
$9.31 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.08 | $10.16 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.53 | $11.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.42 | $12.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.87
Massachusetts Turnpike
(14.5 mi)
$0.87
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Framingham Center, MA
Morning in Framingham Center on Tuesday
Local time
10:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
3 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
44m 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 drive offers a mixed experience, with approximately 50% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Massachusetts Turnpike, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.5 miles. The rest of the route will likely involve navigating local streets like Main Street and Grafton Street as you enter and exit the highway. This blend means you'll transition from faster-paced highway driving to more typical town road conditions, so be prepared for changes in speed and traffic patterns.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.5 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 near MA 9 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 29.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 9 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 26.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Leicester, MA to Framingham Center, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Southboro along the way.
Southboro
26.1 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 29.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.5 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.87 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 Framingham Center, 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 (MA 9 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 26.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Minute Man National Historical Park, Boston National Historical Park and Adams 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 Framingham Center, 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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