Origin
Waltham, MA
Late night in Waltham on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waltham, MA to Bridgewater, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
37.9 mi
61 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 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waltham, MA
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Bridgewater, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Waltham to Bridgewater, expect a straightforward 37.9-mile journey that typically takes about 53 minutes. This route stays entirely within Massachusetts, keeping you in the Northeast region for the duration of your travel. Because of the quick transit time, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can budget approximately $6 for fuel, making this an affordable excursion for your schedule. Navigating this path involves utilizing the Yankee Division Highway, Amvets Highway, and US 1. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two points, ideal for those who prefer a direct drive without the need for multiple stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yankee Division Highway | 14.4 mi | 19m |
| Amvets Highway | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| US 1 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Center Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Weston Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Yankee Division Highway
— 14.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waltham, MA and Bridgewater, MA.
1
Start on US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn left onto US 20
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Weston Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 20
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Weston Street
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
5
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 1
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on MA 24
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 28A
Toward MA 106 East: West Bridgewater
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto MA 106
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Center Street
11
Turn right onto MA 28
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left
84 ft
·
10 sec
13
Turn left
151 ft
·
11 sec
14
Arrive at destination
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 37.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Waltham, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 33 — 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 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95; MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway
Merge onto I 95; MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
16.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
US 1
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
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 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
7
19.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
7
33 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward MA 106 East: West Bridgewater
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 28A
Toward MA 106 East: West Bridgewater
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.20 | $14.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 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 | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
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
Bridgewater, MA
Late night in Bridgewater on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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
53m 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 drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you will spend about 8% of your time on highways, the experience is defined more by its local road segments than by long-distance cruising. The most significant stretch of open road you will encounter is a 14.4-mile portion along the Yankee Division Highway. Beyond that primary segment, the journey transitions into a series of turns that keep the drive engaging rather than monotonous. You won't find a standard interstate grind here; instead, be prepared for a mix of road types that shift as you progress toward your destination.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on Yankee Division Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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
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 10 decision points packed into just 37.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 2 miles (I 95; MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Waltham, MA
Full guide →Waltham is a city in the American state of Massachusetts. It is 10 miles (16 km) west of central Boston on the Charles River, and 3 miles from the city limits to the east. Waltham is part of the Greater Boston conurbation; even so, it has a unique character compared to Boston's other suburbs, and is one of the most significant regional centers for employment, culture, education and food in the entire metro area. It is sometimes called "Watch City" because it was home to Waltham Watch Company. Many high-tech companies have made Waltham their home. It is also home to Bentley College and Brandeis University.
Arriving in Bridgewater, MA
Full guide →Bridgewater is a city in Massachusetts. Its population was about 29,000 in the 2020 census, and it is home to Bridgewater State College. This article also covers East Bridgewater, population about 14k in the 2020 census; and West Bridgewater, population about 8k in the 2020 census.
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 53m. Total distance: 37.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on Yankee Division Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Bridgewater, 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; at 2 miles (I 95; MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Minute Man 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 Bridgewater, 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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