How far is Ludlow, MA from Boston, MA?
Fastest route
Travel from Ludlow, Massachusetts to Boston, Massachusetts via I-90 E, a distance of approximately 82.7 miles (133.1 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 42 minutes. This route includes tolls.
Directions
- Get on I-90 E/Massachusetts Turnpike from Sewall St and Center St.
- Follow I-90 E/Massachusetts Turnpike to North St in Boston. Take exit 17 from I-93 N.
- Merge onto I-90 E/Massachusetts Turnpike (Toll road).
- Use the middle lane to take exit 134 A-B-C for I-93 S/I-93 N toward Quincy/Concord (Toll road).
- Use the right lane to continue toward I-93 N (Toll road).
- Keep right at the fork to continue on Exit 134B, follow signs for I-93 N/Concord NH and merge onto I-93 N.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 17 for Government Ctr toward Quincy Mkt. Continue on North St. Take Congress St and Court St to Cambridge St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using a GPS or navigation app to stay on track during the journey.
- 🛣️ Plan your trip ahead and check for any road closures or construction that may affect your route.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the entire trip, including potential traffic delays.
- 🕑 Leave early or during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic congestion.
- 💵 Be prepared with cash or electronic payment for the tolls along the way.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and water for the journey to stay energized and hydrated.
- 🏨 If your destination is far from Boston, consider booking accommodation in advance.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ludlow and Boston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludlow and Boston.
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Start on the route
40 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
55 m · 15 sec
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Turn right
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
87 m · 15 sec · Walnut Street
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Turn right onto Oak Street
740 ft · 40 sec · Oak Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Howard Street
622 ft · 30 sec · Howard Street
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Turn right onto Sewall Street
1605 ft · 46 sec · Sewall Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Center Street
1617 ft · 50 sec · Center Street
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Take the ramp right
755 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
79 mi · 1 hr 34 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
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Take the exit slight left toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
156 m · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on South Station
1718 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Kneeland Street
525 ft · 22 sec · Kneeland Street
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Turn right onto Lincoln Street
1345 ft · 53 sec · Lincoln Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Summer Street
25 m · 4 sec · Summer Street
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Turn right onto Devonshire Street
687 ft · 32 sec · Devonshire Street
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Turn left onto Franklin Street
53 m · 8 sec · Franklin Street
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Turn right onto Arch Street
141 m · 20 sec · Arch Street
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Turn left onto Milk Street
84 m · 11 sec · Milk Street
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Continue on Washington Street
737 ft · 33 sec · Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Court Street
144 m · 20 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto Tremont Street
102 m · 12 sec · Tremont Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tremont Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ludlow and Boston.
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
79 mi · 01h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ludlow and Mostly Cloudy near Boston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ludlow to Boston?
The road trip is about 82.8 miles (133.2 km) and usually takes 01h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Millbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.1 miles from Ludlow and 41.7 miles from Boston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.36 one way or $22.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ludlow and Mostly Cloudy near Boston.
Stop Ideas Near Millbury
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 Millbury.
Union Station
Framingham station
Providence station
Route 128 station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ludlow and Boston. Straight-line distance: 73.7 mi (118.61 km).
#1 Ludlow
Town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States
| Population | 21,101 |
| Coordinates | 42.1600900, -72.4759200 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boston
The twenty-first most populous city in the United States and the center of the Boston metropolitan area.
| Population | 691,531 |
| Coordinates | 42.3584300, -71.0597700 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tremont Street (-71.060061, 42.358547)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $11.36 | $22.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $12.84 | $25.68 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $14.01 | $28.03 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $13.10 | $26.21 |
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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