How far is Worcester, MA from Boylston, MA?
The estimated driving distance from Worcester, MA to Boylston, MA is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.3 miles (16.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m 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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Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
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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 Worcester and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Boylston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Worcester to Boylston?
The road trip is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Shrewsbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.1 miles from Worcester and 9.8 miles from Boylston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.3 miles (16.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.06 one way or $4.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Worcester and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Boylston.
Stop Ideas Near Shrewsbury
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 Shrewsbury.
Union Station
Framingham station
Route 128 station
Back Bay station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Worcester and Boylston. Straight-line distance: 10.25 mi (16.49 km).
#1 Worcester
The second most populous city in Massachusetts.
| Population | 184,570 |
| Coordinates | 42.2625900, -71.8022900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boylston
Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States of America
| Population | 4,728 |
| Coordinates | 42.3917600, -71.7036800 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
End: Boylston (-71.70368, 42.39176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $2.54 | $5.09 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $2.38 | $4.76 |
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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