Ridgewood to Worcester, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.8 miles 239.5 km · straight line
186 miles estimated 299.4 km · driving distance
3h 45min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Ridgewood from Worcester, Massachusetts?

The distance from Ridgewood to Worcester, Massachusetts is 148.8 miles (239.5 km) as the crow flies. Worcester, Massachusetts is located NE of Ridgewood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186 miles, taking about 3h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Ridgewood in New Jersey and Worcester, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Ridgewood and Worcester, Massachusetts. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ridgewood to Worcester, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 45min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 30min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 34min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ridgewood & Worcester, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Ridgewood
40.98°N, 74.12°W
America/New_York
35m elevation
Worcester, Massachusetts
42.26°N, 71.80°W
America/New_York
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients