Newbury, MA to New Bedford, MA is 92.6 miles and takes about 2h 7m via Amvets Highway and MA 140, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, traversing Massachusetts for its entirety. The drive offers a mixed experience, balancing some highway time with more local road sections. It's a straightforward journey, ideal for a single-day excursion, and the relatively short duration means you won't be spending all day in the car.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Newbury, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Amvets Highway
23.3 mi
26m
MA 140
15.9 mi
18m
Newburyport Turnpike
8.8 mi
13m
Southeast Expressway
8 mi
10m
Tobin Bridge
5.8 mi
9m
Boston Street
4.1 mi
6m
Broadway
3.8 mi
5m
I 93
3.4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 23.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newbury, MA and New Bedford, MA.
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Start on High Road
73 ft·3 sec·High Road
2
Keep slight right at fork onto High Road
87 ft·4 sec·High Road
3
Turn right onto Newman Road
1.2 mi·2 min·Newman Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Hay Street
1.0 mi·1 min·Hay Street
5
Continue on Boston Road
0.3 mi·36 sec·Boston Road
6
Turn left onto US 1
7.8 mi·11 min·Newburyport Turnpike
7
Continue on US 1
1.3 mi·2 min·Boston Street
8
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi·52 sec·Boston Road
9
Continue on US 1
2.8 mi·4 min·Boston Street
10
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi·1 min·Newbury Street
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 95 South: Boston
12
Merge onto I 95
3.3 mi·3 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 66Toward US 1 South: BostonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 1
195 ft·3 sec·Newburyport Turnpike
15
Continue on US 1
1.4 mi·2 min·Newbury Street
16
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi·57 sec·Broadway
17
Continue on US 1; MA 129
0.3 mi·26 sec·Newburyport Turnpike
18
Continue on US 1; MA 129
3.2 mi·4 min·Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Newburyport Turnpike
20
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi·2 min·Bennett Highway
Toward Boston
21
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi·1 min·Cutler Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 1
3.1 mi·3 min·Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on US 1
5.8 mi·9 min·Tobin Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
8.0 mi·10 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1
3.4 mi·4 min·I 93; US 1
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
26
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the slight left / straight lanes.
27
Continue on MA 24
23 mi·26 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 17AToward MA 140 South: New BedfordUse the right lane.
29
Turn straight onto MA 140
16 mi·18 min·MA 140
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 4Toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Turn left onto Mount Pleasant Street
1.1 mi·2 min·Mount Pleasant Street
32
Turn left onto Nauset Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Nauset Street
33
Continue on Purchase Street
1.8 mi·3 min·Purchase Street
34
Continue on Pleasant Street
432 ft·10 sec·Pleasant Street
35
Continue on Sixth Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·Sixth Street
36
Turn left onto Market Street
237 ft·15 sec·Market Street
37
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
172 ft·3 sec·Pleasant Street
38
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 7m drive time, this route is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion, especially as you approach your destination. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's wise to fill up before you leave Newbury, MA, as dedicated rest stops might be limited along the way. Keep an eye out for transitions between the main highways and local roads, as these can sometimes involve unexpected speed limit changes or traffic patterns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.3 miles from Newbury, MA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Bedford, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newbury, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Newbury, MA
This is one driving day of about 92.6 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Newbury, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Amvets Highway for about 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.3 and 88.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
19.3 mi into trip|~29m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 66
Toward US 1 South: Boston
6
45.3 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|I 93; US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1 toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode...
7
48.7 mi into trip|~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
7
72.7 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward MA 140 South: New Bedford
8
88.8 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward Mount Pleasant Street, Airport Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.82 one way
$29.64 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$16.16
$32.32
premium
$4.82
$17.58
$35.17
diesel
$5.61
$20.44
$40.89
Estimated Tolls: $0.59
Newburyport Turnpike
(8.5 mi)$0.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.8
0
$9.72
$4.44
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.10
$3.70
EV Truck/SUV
37
0
$12.96
$5.93
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Newbury, MA
Morning
in Newbury on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
N 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
New Bedford, MA
Morning
in New Bedford on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
29 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
2h 7m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
National Historical Park
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 19.2
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 41.5
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 31.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed drive, with 46% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 23.3-mile segment on Amvets Highway, offering a more continuous pace. As you progress, the road character shifts, incorporating sections of MA 140 and Newburyport Turnpike, which will likely feel more like navigating through towns and local communities. Expect a varied driving experience that transitions between faster-paced travel and more deliberate progress through populated areas.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.3 mi on Amvets Highway.
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 around 19.3 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 92.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.3 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Newbury, MA to New Bedford, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
New Bedford is in Massachusetts on the southern coast. New Bedford's excellent harbor made it a natural fishing and whaling center. It was the world's premier whaling port in the 19th century, and, for a time, "the richest city in the world" and "the city that lit the world" because of whale oil production.
New Bedford neighbor Acushnet is the birthplace of the Titleist golf ball.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 92.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). 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 23.3 miles on Amvets Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.59 in tolls one way, starting with Newburyport 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 New Bedford, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.3 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Boston 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 New Bedford, MA before heading back.
