How far is Otis, MA from Worcester, MA?
The driving distance from Otis, MA to Worcester, MA is about 79.8 miles (128.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.2 miles (106.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
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 Massachusetts, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Otis and Worcester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Otis and Worcester.
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Start on East Otis Road
3.7 mi · 5 min · East Otis Road
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Continue on East Otis Road
2196 ft · 37 sec · East Otis Road
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Continue on Otis Stage Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Otis Stage Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Woronoco Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Woronoco Road
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Continue on Blandford Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Blandford Road
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Turn right
5.7 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Maple Street
734 ft · 27 sec · Maple Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Orange Street
85 m · 15 sec · Orange Street
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Turn left onto Elm Street
105 m · 12 sec · Elm Street
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Turn slight right onto Union Avenue
2157 ft · 1 min · Union Avenue
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Merge slight left onto North Elm Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North Elm Street
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Turn right
577 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left onto Friendlys Way
108 m · 12 sec · Friendlys Way
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Continue straight
785 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right
1454 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
49.1 mi · 57 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 395, MA 12, I 290: Auburn, Worcester
2031 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 395, MA 12 North, I 290
794 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 395, I 290
1244 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 290
1723 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MA 122A: Kelly Square
1246 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto Vernon Street
129 m · 9 sec · Vernon Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kelley Square
62 m · 3 sec · Green Street
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Exit the rotary onto Green Street
1683 ft · 35 sec · Green Street
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Continue on Franklin Street
1539 ft · 49 sec · Franklin Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
41 m · 2 sec · 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 Otis and Worcester.
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
49.1 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Otis 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 Otis to Worcester?
The road trip is about 79.8 miles (128.4 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Wilbraham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.4 miles from Otis and 40.4 miles from Worcester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.2 miles (106.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 3:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.97 one way or $21.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Otis and Chance Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers near Worcester.
Stop Ideas Near Wilbraham
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 Wilbraham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Otis and Worcester. Straight-line distance: 66.14 mi (106.45 km).
#1 Otis
City in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America
| Population | 1,531 |
| Coordinates | 42.1931500, -73.0917700 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| 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: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.97 | $21.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $12.40 | $24.80 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $13.53 | $27.07 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $12.66 | $25.31 |
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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