How far is New Bedford, MA from Head of Westport, MA?
The driving distance from New Bedford, MA to Head of Westport, MA is about 7.9 miles (12.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7 miles (11.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 32m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 16m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Bristol County, Massachusetts
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Bedford and Head of Westport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Bedford and Head of Westport.
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Start on Pleasant Street
1353 ft · 34 sec · Pleasant Street
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Turn left onto North Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Street
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Turn straight onto Kempton Street
1624 ft · 49 sec · Kempton Street
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Continue on State Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Road
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Turn left onto Old Westport Road
2596 ft · 1 min · Old Westport Road
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Continue on Old Westport Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Old Westport Road
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Continue on Old County Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Old County Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old County Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Bedford and Head of Westport.
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.
Old Westport Road
Continue on Old Westport Road
2.59 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Sunny leaving New Bedford and Sunny near Head of Westport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Bedford to Head of Westport?
The road trip is about 7.9 miles (12.7 km) and usually takes 00h 16m 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?
Smith Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from New Bedford and 3.9 miles from Head of Westport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7 miles (11.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 7:58 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 Sunny around New Bedford and Sunny near Head of Westport.
Stop Ideas Near Smith Mills
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 Smith Mills.
Providence station
Kingston station
Route 128 station
Westerly station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Bedford and Head of Westport. Straight-line distance: 7.04 mi (11.33 km).
#1 New Bedford
The second most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 95,517 |
| Coordinates | 41.6352600, -70.9270100 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Head of Westport
City in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States of America
| Population | 14,809 |
| Coordinates | 41.6209400, -71.0619900 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Head of Westport (-71.06199, 41.62094)
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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