How far is Salem, MA from Worcester, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salem and Worcester is 49.5 miles (79.67 km).
Flight distance from Salem, MA to Worcester, MA is 49.5 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Salem to Worcester with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salem, Massachusetts to Worcester, Massachusetts is: 69.08 miles (111.17 km) by car.
Driving from Salem to Worcester will take approximately 01 hours 16 minutes.
#1 Salem
The capital of Massachusetts. It is located on the North River in the northeastern part of the state. Salem is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Salem Witch Museum and the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
| Population | 43581 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°31'10"N 70°53'48"W |
| Latitude | 42.5195400 |
| Longitude | -70.8967200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Worcester
The second most populous city in Massachusetts. It is located in the central part of the state. Worcester is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Worcester Art Museum and the Higgins Armory Museum.
| Population | 184570 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°15'45"N 71°48'8"W |
| Latitude | 42.2625900 |
| Longitude | -71.8022900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Worcester: Main Street (-71.802507,42.262637)
Estimated Travel Time Between Salem and Worcester
The distance between Salem and Worcester is 111 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 14 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Salem and Worcester. The current time is 02:43:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.23 liters (2.44 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Worcester.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Worcester is $8.75 (diesel $10.94).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $8.75 | $10.13 | $10.96 | $10.94 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salem and Worcester (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
