Origin
Millbury, MA
Morning in Millbury on Tuesday
Local time
11:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Millbury, 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
32m
Distance
23 mi
37 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millbury, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Framingham Center, MA
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Trip Overview
Millbury to Framingham Center is 23 miles and takes about 32 minutes via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, highway-focused drive within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a quick trip that's ideal for a single-day excursion, as it's well under the duration of a typical travel day. Given the minimal distance and time, you'll likely find this route straightforward and efficient for getting between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 17.1 mi | 19m |
| Worcester Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Worcester-Providence Turnpike | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MA 122A | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Canal Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| High Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 17.1 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millbury, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on MA 122A
312 ft
·
9 sec
·
Canal Street
2
Turn right onto MA 122A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp onto MA 122A
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
MA 122A
4
Merge onto MA 122A; MA 146
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90, US 20: Boston, Springfield
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 90
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 90 East
8
Merge onto I 90
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
11
Merge onto MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
12
Take the exit
459 ft
·
12 sec
13
Turn slight left onto High Street
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
High Street
14
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Street
15
Turn left
55 ft
·
4 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 20.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 90, US 20: Boston, Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90, US 20: Boston, Springfield
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 90
Navigation decision point
Toward I 90
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 East
8
20 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
20.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.68 one way
$7.36 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.01 | $8.03 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.37 | $8.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.08 | $10.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.07
Massachusetts Turnpike
(17.1 mi)
$1.03
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
(0.6 mi)
$0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Framingham Center, MA
Morning in Framingham Center on Tuesday
Local time
11:15 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
4 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
32m 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 is heavily focused on highway travel, with 77% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Massachusetts Turnpike. You'll experience a significant stretch of 17.1 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike, indicating a period of consistent highway speeds. The profile suggests a predominantly highway experience, meaning you'll likely encounter fewer turns and more direct, faster travel. Expect the character of the road to remain fairly consistent, emphasizing efficiency over varied scenery.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Worcester Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
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 13 decision points packed into just 23 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Millbury, MA and Framingham Center, MA, road signs point toward Springfield and Southboro.
Springfield
1.8 mi in
|
~3m
Southboro
20 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 23 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.07 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: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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