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Distance from Athol to Northampton

Driving Distance
33.6 mi 54 km
Flying Distance
28.3 mi 45.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Athol, Massachusetts to Northampton, Massachusetts is 33.6 mi (54 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 28.3 mi (45.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 56 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 36 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Athol
Place Athol
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 42.595933
Longitude -72.226738
GPS 42.595933° N, 72.226738° W
Local Time 12:07 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Northampton
Place Northampton
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 42.32509
Longitude -72.641201
GPS 42.32509° N, 72.641201° W
Local Time 12:07 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Athol, Massachusetts to Northampton, Massachusetts covers 33.6 mi (54 km) in a southwest direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 56 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (32.9-46.3 miles / 53-74 km). The primary route shown here saves 48 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 36 mph (58 km/h).

Available Routes

Daniel Shays Hwy and MA-9 W
33.6 mi 56 minutes
Shortest
MA-2 and I-91 S
46.3 mi 55 minutes
Daniel Shays Hwy
32.9 mi 55 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.