How far is Amherst, MA from Worcester, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Amherst and Worcester is 37.3 miles (60.03 km).
Flight distance from Amherst, MA to Worcester, MA is 37.3 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Amherst, Massachusetts to Worcester, Massachusetts is: 55.49 miles (89.31 km) by car.
Driving from Amherst to Worcester will take approximately 01 hours 13 minutes.
#1 Amherst
Town in Massachusetts
| Population | 40643 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'2"N 72°31'7"W |
| Latitude | 42.3672300 |
| Longitude | -72.5185200 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| 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 Amherst and Worcester
The distance between Amherst and Worcester is 89 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 59 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 Amherst and Worcester. The current time is 11:12:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.41 liters (1.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Amherst and Worcester.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Amherst to Worcester is $7.03 (diesel $8.79).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $7.03 | $8.14 | $8.8 | $8.79 |
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 November 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Amherst and Worcester (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
