Origin
Shrewsbury, MA
Late night in Shrewsbury on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shrewsbury, MA to Boston, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
38.2 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shrewsbury, MA
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Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Shrewsbury to Boston, you are looking at a straightforward 38.2-mile trip that typically takes about 56 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. You will primarily navigate via the Massachusetts Turnpike, Turnpike Road, and South Street to complete the journey. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is an economical commute between these two Northeast locations. Because the trip is short and efficient, it offers great flexibility for your schedule whether you are heading into the city for business or a quick visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 22.8 mi | 28m |
| Turnpike Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| South Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Boston Turnpike | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Worcester Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Belmont Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 22.8 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shrewsbury, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on this road
165 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MA 140
284 ft
·
12 sec
·
Grafton Street
3
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto South Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Street
5
Turn left onto MA 9
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Turnpike
6
Continue on MA 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Belmont Street
7
Continue on MA 9
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Turnpike Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on MA 9
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Worcester Road
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 90 East: Boston, Massachusetts Turnpike East
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 90
23 mi
·
28 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
512 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 134C-B-A
Toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 134A
Toward South Station
14
Turn left onto Kneeland Street
525 ft
·
22 sec
·
Kneeland Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lincoln Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
Summer Street
17
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Devonshire Street
18
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
19
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
20
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
11 sec
·
Milk Street
21
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Washington Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
23
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
24
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Shrewsbury, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 13.4 and 36.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfi...
8
13.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Boston, Massachusetts Turnpike East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 90 East: Boston, Massachusetts Turnpik...
5
14 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
36.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 134C-B-A
Toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshi...
6
36.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 134A
Toward South Station
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.11 one way
$12.23 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.67 | $13.33 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.25 | $14.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.06
Massachusetts Turnpike
(22.8 mi)
$1.37
Turnpike Road
(8.6 mi)
$0.60
Boston Turnpike
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Boston, MA
Late night in Boston on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Clear
W 5 to 13 mph
19% chance
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
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
56m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this drive consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Massachusetts Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.8 miles. The transition from the suburban feel of Shrewsbury into the denser environment of the Boston area happens relatively quickly. While the road is designed for efficiency rather than scenic wandering, the consistency of the highway makes for a predictable driving experience. You won't face complex navigation, as the route is dominated by major arterial roads that keep you moving toward your destination.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.8 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Turnpike Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 38.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
520 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
119 ft
Total Descent
590 ft
Highest Point
520 ft
~2.7 mi in
Elevation Range
514 ft
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 Shrewsbury, MA and Boston, MA, road signs point toward Springfield and Massachusetts Turnpike East.
Springfield
13.4 mi in
|
~21m
Massachusetts Turnpike East
13.7 mi in
|
~22m
About the Cities
Arriving in Boston, MA
Full guide →A city of history and tradition, Boston offers a proud legacy of culture, education, and numerous sporting championships. The "shining city on a hill"s independent spirit has been displayed to the world ever since colonists were angry over a British tax on their beloved tea and dumped shiploads of it into the harbor in protest. In the early 1600s, the peninsula in Massachusetts that would become known as Boston was controlled by Native Americans until John Smith (English soldier, explorer, colonial governor, Admiral of New England, and author) named the area New England to attract European settlers. Boston was founded in 1630 by John Winthrop, making it one of the oldest cities in the U.S. No other American city has made more of an effort to preserve its history, and you'll find buildings that pre-date the republic dotted throughout the region.
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 56m. Total distance: 38.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.8 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.06 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 Boston, 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 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (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 Boston, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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