Origin
North Chicopee, MA
Late night in North Chicopee on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Chicopee, MA to Framingham, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
68.8 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Chicopee, MA
Phil Evenden
Framingham, MA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from North Chicopee to Framingham is a straightforward 68.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. This route avoids major highways entirely, favoring local roads instead. It is a practical, no-frills transit that gets you from point A to point B without the intensity of high-speed interstate travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 61.9 mi | 1h 11m |
| Worcester Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Union Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Montgomery Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Montello Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dale Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 61.9 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Chicopee, MA and Framingham, MA.
1
Start on Montauk Road
65 ft
·
3 sec
·
Montauk Road
2
Turn slight left onto Montello Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Montello Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Dale Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Dale Street
4
Turn right onto Montgomery Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Montgomery Street
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
1 min
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 90
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 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
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
High Street
14
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
15
Enter roundabout onto Union Avenue
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Union Avenue
16
Continue on Union Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Avenue
17
At end of road, turn left onto MA 126
344 ft
·
14 sec
·
Concord Street
18
Turn right onto Frederick Street
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
Frederick Street
19
Turn right
180 ft
·
15 sec
20
Turn right
122 ft
·
10 sec
21
Turn right
5 ft
·
0 sec
22
Arrive at destination
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 34.4 miles from North Chicopee, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 68.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Dale Street
At end of road, turn left onto Dale Street
Navigation decision point
8
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
5
67.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
Union Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Union Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
68.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
Frederick Street
Turn right onto Frederick Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.01 | $24.01 |
| premium | $4.82 | $13.06 | $26.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.19 | $30.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.71
Massachusetts Turnpike
(61.9 mi)
$3.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$4
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 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 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $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
Framingham, MA
Late night in Framingham on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
13 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
1h 28m 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 driving experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Since this route utilizes 0% highway travel, you will spend your entire time navigating community streets and local thoroughfares. You will primarily rely on Montello Road, Dale Street, and Montgomery Street to reach your destination. The driving environment shifts as you move through these interconnected local roads, requiring your full attention due to the constant turning. It is a steady, hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local road network for the duration of your trip.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.9 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.2 miles in near Dale Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.8 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.2 miles (Dale Street): Navigation decision point; at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.5 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.
On the drive from North Chicopee, MA to Framingham, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Southboro along the way.
Southboro
64 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 68.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.9 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.71 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, 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 0.2 miles (Dale Street): Navigation decision point; at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Framingham, 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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