How far is New Bedford, MA from North Falmouth, MA?
The driving distance from New Bedford, MA to North Falmouth, MA is about 34.7 miles (55.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
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.
Census-designated place in Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Bedford and North Falmouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Bedford and North Falmouth.
-
1
Start on Pleasant Street
1760 ft · 41 sec · Pleasant Street
-
2
Turn right onto Hillman Street
656 ft · 24 sec · Hillman Street
-
3
Take the ramp left toward MA 18 North
977 ft · 24 sec
-
4
Merge slight left onto John F. Kennedy Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · John F. Kennedy Highway
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East: Cape Cod
1545 ft · 37 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 17 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on MA 25 East: Cape Cod
2420 ft · 52 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 11 min
-
9
Continue straight
1.2 km · 2 min
-
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bourne Rotary
87 m · 10 sec · General MacArthur Boulevard
-
11
Exit the rotary onto General MacArthur Boulevard
4 mi · 6 min · General MacArthur Boulevard
-
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hero's Circle
635 ft · 15 sec
-
13
Exit the rotary
2.9 mi · 4 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward MA 151: Mashpee, North Falmouth
1207 ft · 38 sec
-
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Nathan Ellis Highway
1744 ft · 36 sec · Nathan Ellis Highway
-
16
Continue on County Road
541 ft · 18 sec · County Road
-
17
Turn left onto Pine Street
1192 ft · 39 sec · Pine Street
-
18
Turn sharp right onto Old Main Road
7 m · 1 sec · Old Main Road
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Main Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Bedford and North Falmouth.
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.
I 195 East
Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving New Bedford and Patchy Fog near North Falmouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Bedford to North Falmouth?
The road trip is about 34.7 miles (55.9 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Wareham Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.3 miles from New Bedford and 17.3 miles from North Falmouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.78 one way or $9.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around New Bedford and Patchy Fog near North Falmouth.
Stop Ideas Near Wareham Center
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 Wareham Center.
Providence station
Route 128 station
South Station
Back Bay station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Bedford and North Falmouth. Straight-line distance: 15.96 mi (25.68 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 North Falmouth
Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts
| Population | 3,084 |
| Coordinates | 41.6459400, -70.6183600 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Falmouth (-70.61836, 41.64594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $4.78 | $9.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $5.90 | $11.81 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Massachusetts · Jun 11, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.