How far is Holden, MA from Worcester, MA?
The driving distance from Holden, MA to Worcester, MA is about 8 miles (12.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.9 miles (11.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Holden and Worcester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holden and Worcester.
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Start on the route
34 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto Maple Street
92 m · 19 sec · Maple Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Salisbury Street
6.2 mi · 11 min · Salisbury Street
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Turn right onto Grove Street
750 ft · 17 sec · Grove Street
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Continue on Main Street
3275 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Holden and Worcester.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Salisbury Street
Turn right onto Salisbury Street
6.23 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers leaving Holden and Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near Worcester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Holden to Worcester?
The road trip is about 8 miles (12.8 km) and usually takes 00h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Paxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from Holden and 4 miles from Worcester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.9 miles (11.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.09 one way or $2.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers around Holden and Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near Worcester.
Stop Ideas Near Paxton
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 Paxton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Holden and Worcester. Straight-line distance: 6.91 mi (11.12 km).
#1 Holden
Town in Massachusetts
| Population | 19,259 |
| Coordinates | 42.3517600, -71.8634100 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Worcester
The second most populous city in Massachusetts.
| Population | 184,570 |
| Coordinates | 42.2625900, -71.8022900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-71.802507, 42.262637)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $1.09 | $2.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $1.23 | $2.46 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $1.34 | $2.69 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $1.26 | $2.51 |
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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