Origin
Newbury, MA
Morning in Newbury on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newbury, MA to Worcester, 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
1h 36m
Distance
68.7 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newbury, MA
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Worcester, MA
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Trip Overview
This 68.7-mile drive from Newbury to Worcester, Massachusetts, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 36 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, with an estimated fuel cost of $11. The journey primarily utilizes major highways, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B within the Northeast region. You'll find the route to be highway-focused, designed for steady progress rather than leisurely sightseeing. Given its manageable length and direct path, it’s an ideal option when you need to travel between these two Massachusetts cities without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.3 miles from Newbury, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 32.7 mi | 37m |
| I 290 | 12.7 mi | 15m |
| Andover Street | 3 mi | 6m |
| Great Pond Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Newburyport Turnpike | 2 mi | 2m |
| Elm Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Willow Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 32.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newbury, MA and Worcester, MA.
1
Start on High Road
73 ft
·
3 sec
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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
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Newburyport Turnpike
7
Turn right onto Elm Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Elm Street
8
Continue on Jackman Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackman Street
9
Continue on Jewett Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jewett Street
10
Turn slight left onto North Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
11
Turn slight right onto MA 133
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Andover Street
12
Continue on MA 133
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Willow Road
13
Continue on MA 133
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Street
14
Turn left onto Essex Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Essex Street
15
Turn straight onto Great Pond Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Great Pond Road
16
Continue on Great Pond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Great Pond Road
17
Enter roundabout onto Andover Street
149 ft
·
3 sec
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Andover Street
18
Continue on Andover Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Andover Street
19
Continue on MA 133
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Peters Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on MA 133
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Haverhill Street
21
Turn right onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Main Street
22
Continue on MA 28
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Union Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
24
Merge onto I 495
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 89C-B-A
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 South: Marlboro
29
Merge onto I 495
23 mi
·
27 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 65B
Toward I 290 West: Worcester
31
Merge onto I 290
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 21
Toward Ware, Framingham
33
Turn right onto MA 70
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lincoln Street
34
Turn right onto MA 9
158 ft
·
2 sec
·
Lincoln Square
35
Turn left onto Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
36
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 36-minute duration and the $11 fuel cost, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at almost any time, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic on I-495 and I-290 is always a good idea. Since there are no specified stops and the longest stretch is manageable, you likely won't need to plan for extensive breaks. However, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto I-495 for that 32.7-mile segment, to ensure you have enough to reach Worcester comfortably. This is a route where you can easily be spontaneous with your departure time.
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 34.3 miles from Newbury, MA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 15 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 55m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worcester, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Newbury, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Newbury, MA
This is one driving day of about 68.7 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Newbury, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 495 for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Newbury, 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 215 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 67.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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High Road
Keep slight right at fork onto High Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
20.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
29.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
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 89C-B-A
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
7
29.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
6
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward Ware, Framingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 21
Toward Ware, Framingham
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.99 one way
$21.99 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| premium | $4.82 | $13.04 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Newburyport Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
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
$11
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Worcester, MA
Morning in Worcester on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
20 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
1h 36m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lowell National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 28.4
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 35.5
View on nps.gov
Salem Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 11.8
View on nps.gov
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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.
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 26
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
. . . 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...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 18.9
View on nps.gov
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
$15
near mile 28.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 69% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads like I-495 and I-290. The character of the drive is largely defined by these interstates, offering a consistent pace for most of the 68.7 miles. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on I-495, spanning 32.7 miles. While the majority is highway, there are segments on roads like Andover Street that may offer a slight change of pace, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel. It’s a drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination smoothly.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.7 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and I 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near High Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.7 miles you will encounter 21 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 (High Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 20.5 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.7 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.
Between Newbury, MA and Worcester, MA, road signs point toward Marlboro and Nashua New Hampshire.
Marlboro
20.1 mi in
|
~38m
Nashua New Hampshire
29.7 mi in
|
~49m
About the Cities
Arriving in Worcester, MA
Full guide →Founded 1848
Explore fine arts, history, and take in a show in Worcester, a medium sized city in Central Massachusetts about an hour's drive west of Boston. Worcester's seven hills and their valleys contain top notch museums, nine colleges and universities, beautiful parks, and food from all over the globe.
Top landmarks
- • Clark University — American private university and liberal arts college in Worcester, Massachusetts
- • Cathedral of Saint Paul — church in Massachusetts, United States
- • Worcester Academy — private high school in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 68.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.7 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.14 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 Worcester, 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 (High Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 20.5 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Salem Maritime 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 Worcester, 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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