Origin
Wareham, MA
Morning in Wareham on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wareham, MA to Town of East 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
41m
Distance
27.5 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wareham, MA
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Town of East Bridgewater, MA
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Trip Overview
Wareham, MA to the Town of East Bridgewater, MA is 27.5 miles and takes about 41 minutes via I-495 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Massachusetts. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require extensive planning, making it ideal for a quick errand or a brief getaway. You'll find this route to be a practical, no-frills journey, perfect for when you just need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| Bedford Street | 6.9 mi | 11m |
| Broad Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cranberry Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Whitman Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Central Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Plymouth Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 14.2 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wareham, MA and Town of East Bridgewater, MA.
1
Start on this road
42 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Elm Street
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Elm Street
4
Turn left onto Tihonet Road
329 ft
·
15 sec
·
Tihonet Road
5
Turn left onto MA 28
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cranberry Highway
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 195 East
7
Merge onto I 195
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 195
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40B
Toward I 495 North: Marlboro
9
Continue on I 495
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 14
Toward MA 18, US 44 East: Bridgewater, Plymouth
11
Turn right onto MA 18
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bedford Street
12
Enter roundabout onto MA 18; MA 28
442 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bedford Street
13
Continue on MA 18; MA 28
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Bedford Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on MA 18; MA 28; MA 104
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Central Square
15
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 18
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
16
Continue on MA 18
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bedford Street
17
Turn right onto MA 106
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitman Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto Plymouth Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Plymouth Street
19
Keep slight right at fork onto Plymouth Street
153 ft
·
3 sec
·
Plymouth Street
20
Turn right onto Morse Avenue
386 ft
·
8 sec
·
Morse Avenue
21
Turn right onto Central Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Street
22
Turn left onto McCordick Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
McCordick Avenue
23
Continue on McCordick Avenue
90 ft
·
3 sec
·
McCordick Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
McCordick Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 26.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Marlboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 40B
Toward I 495 North: Marlboro
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward MA 18, US 44 East: Bridgewater, Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 14
Toward MA 18, US 44 East: Bridgewater, Plymouth
5
17.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
MA 18; MA 28 / Bedford Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 18; MA 28 / Bedford Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
26.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Plymouth Street
At end of road, turn left onto Plymouth Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.40 one way
$8.80 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.80 | $9.60 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.22 | $10.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Town of East Bridgewater, MA
Morning in Town of East Bridgewater on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
14 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
41m 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?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 52% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a 14.2-mile stretch on I-495, providing a period of faster travel. Following this, the route transitions to local roads like Bedford Street and Broad Street, requiring more attention to traffic signals and local conditions. The character of the drive changes from interstate cruising to a more town-centric feel as you approach your destination, so be prepared for that shift in pace.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.2 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 early in the drive near Main Street.
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 27.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 16.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Wareham, MA to Town of East Bridgewater, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Plymouth along the way.
Plymouth
16.8 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 27.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). 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 14.2 miles on I 495. 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 Town of East 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 16.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (5 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 Town of East 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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