How far is Cheshire, MA from New Bedford, MA?
Fastest route
The route from Cheshire, Massachusetts, USA to New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA is approximately 172 miles long and takes about 2 hours and 56 minutes via I-90 E. The route involves tolls and passes through several cities and towns.
Directions
To get from Cheshire to New Bedford, follow these directions:
- Head west on Church St toward Depot St.
- Turn left onto MA-8 S/South St and continue to follow MA-8 S.
- At Friendly's, continue onto Merrill Rd and pass by 99 Restaurants.
- Turn left onto Appleton Ave, then right onto E Housatonic St.
- Turn left onto US-20 E/South St and continue on US-20 E, passing Dunkin'.
- Turn right onto the ramp to I-90 E (toll road) and keep right at the fork.
- Merge onto I-90 E (toll road) and continue on this route.
- Take MA-146 S/Worcester-Providence Turnpike, RI-146 S, and I-195 E to MA-18 S in New Bedford.
- Take exit 26 from I-195 E (toll road).
- Take exit 94 toward US-20/MA-146/Worcester/Providence (toll road) and turn right onto Rte 20 Connector.
- Keep right at the fork, following signs for MA-146 S/Millbury/Providence RI, and merge onto MA-146 S/Worcester-Providence Turnpike (entering Rhode Island).
- Use the right two lanes to take exit 36A for US-6 E toward I-195/East Providence/Cape Cod (entering Massachusetts).
- Take exit 26 to merge onto MA-18 S toward Downtown/New Bedford.
- Follow MA-18 S and Elm St to your destination.
- Use the middle lane to continue on MA-18, then turn right at the first cross street onto Elm St.
- Arrive at your destination in New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance and consider the travel time to ensure a timely arrival.
- ⛽ Check your vehicle's fuel level and fill up if needed before embarking on the journey.
- 💰 Keep some cash or a credit card with you for toll payments along the route.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation system or a mapping app on your smartphone to stay on track.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to stay refreshed during the trip.
- 🚫 Be aware of any road closures or construction updates that may affect your route.
- 📞 In case of emergencies or unexpected situations, carry a fully charged mobile phone for communication.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 02m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Worcester County, Massachusetts
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cheshire and New Bedford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheshire and New Bedford.
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Start on Church Street
743 ft · 29 sec · Church Street
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Turn left onto South Street
1503 ft · 32 sec · South Street
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Continue on South State Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · South State Road
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Continue on Cheshire Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · Cheshire Road
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Continue on Merrill Road
1.5 km · 3 min · Merrill Road
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Turn left onto Junction Road
133 m · 12 sec · Junction Road
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Continue on Junction Road
55 m · 5 sec · Junction Road
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Turn straight onto East Street
1.1 km · 2 min · East Street
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9
Turn left onto Newell Street
2048 ft · 59 sec · Newell Street
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Turn left onto Dorchester Avenue
2158 ft · 1 min · Dorchester Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elm Street
982 ft · 29 sec · Elm Street
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Turn left onto Holmes Road
3.5 mi · 8 min · Holmes Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Pittsfield Road
2 mi · 4 min · Pittsfield Road
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Lee Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Lee Road
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Continue on Laurel Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Laurel Street
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Continue on West Center Street
959 ft · 13 sec · West Center Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
2289 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Street
751 ft · 27 sec · Park Street
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Continue on Housatonic Street
2865 ft · 1 min · Housatonic Street
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Take the exit slight right
1734 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
2179 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
82.4 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward MA 146, US 20: Worcester, Providence
2620 ft · 1 min
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Continue on MA 146, US 20
1212 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto MA 146
545 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MA 146 South
1504 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Worcester-Providence Turnpike
1.6 mi · 2 min · Worcester-Providence Turnpike
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Continue on Purple Heart Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Purple Heart Highway
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Continue on Worcester Providence Turnpike
7 mi · 9 min · Worcester Providence Turnpike
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Continue on Purple Heart Highway
1692 ft · 22 sec · Purple Heart Highway
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Continue on Providence Pike
7.7 mi · 9 min · Providence Pike
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Continue on Purple Heart Highway
1161 ft · 15 sec · Purple Heart Highway
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Continue on North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi · 7 min · North Smithfield Expressway
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Continue on Eddie Dowling Highway
7.5 mi · 8 min · Eddie Dowling Highway
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Continue on Old Louisquisset Pike
2.9 mi · 3 min · Old Louisquisset Pike
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East, US 6 East: East Providence, Cape Cod
3.3 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East Providence Expressway
15.4 mi · 19 min · East Providence Expressway
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Keep slight right
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Penniman Street
1185 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Penniman Street
740 ft · 16 sec · Penniman Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Purchase Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Purchase Street
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Continue on Pleasant Street
132 m · 11 sec · Pleasant Street
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45
Continue on Sixth Street
1314 ft · 32 sec · Sixth Street
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46
Turn left onto Market Street
72 m · 16 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto Pleasant Street
53 m · 3 sec · Pleasant Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pleasant Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cheshire and New Bedford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
82.4 mi · 01h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain then Rain Showers Likely leaving Cheshire and Rain Showers Likely near New Bedford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cheshire to New Bedford?
The road trip is about 171.7 miles (276.3 km) and usually takes 03h 02m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fiskdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.7 miles from Cheshire and 85.9 miles from New Bedford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.3 miles (211.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:54 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.57 one way or $47.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain then Rain Showers Likely around Cheshire and Rain Showers Likely near New Bedford.
Stop Ideas Near Fiskdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fiskdale.
Union Station
Springfield Union Station
Amherst, Massachusetts
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cheshire and New Bedford. Straight-line distance: 131.29 mi (211.29 km).
#1 Cheshire
Town in Massachusetts
| Population | 3,105 |
| Coordinates | 42.5620300, -73.1628800 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Bedford
The second most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 95,517 |
| Coordinates | 41.6352600, -70.9270100 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: William Street (-70.926996, 41.635275)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $23.57 | $47.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $26.65 | $53.29 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $29.08 | $58.16 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $27.20 | $54.39 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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