Cities Near Worcester
Cities near Worcester, Massachusetts: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Framingham Center, Waltham, Pawtucket. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Worcester, Massachusetts is Framingham Center, about 19 mi (30 km) away — roughly 36 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham Center | 19 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waltham | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Pawtucket | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lowell | 36 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Boston | 39 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nashua | 39 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Quincy | 41 mi / 66 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| North Chicopee | 41 mi / 66 km | 1 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brockton | 42 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Warwick | 44 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Worcester
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Framingham Center, Waltham, Pawtucket, Lowell, Boston. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Worcester include Framingham Center, Waltham, Pawtucket, Lowell, Boston. The closest is Framingham Center, about 19 miles (30 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.