Boston, Massachusetts to Fitchburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

40.9 miles 65.8 km · straight line
46.7 miles actual route 75.2 km · driving distance
1h 15min estimated drive time
$4 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Fitchburg?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Fitchburg is 40.9 miles (65.8 km) as the crow flies. Fitchburg is located WNW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 46.7 miles, taking about 1h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Fitchburg. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Fitchburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 15min $4 - $6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Fitchburg

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Fitchburg
42.58°N, 71.80°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 609 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM