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Distance from Elm Square , Massachusetts to New Bedford , Massachusetts

Driving Distance
38.2 mi 61.4 km
Flying Distance
26.8 mi 43.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Elm Square, Massachusetts to New Bedford, Massachusetts is 38.2 mi (61.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 26.8 mi (43.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min (assuming average flight speed of 500 mph)

The estimated travel time by road is 39 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 54 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Elm Square
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 42.016767
Longitude -71.020322
GPS 42.016767° N, 71.020322° W
Local Time 5:42 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

New Bedford
Place New Bedford
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 41.634061
Longitude -70.927666
GPS 41.634061° N, 70.927666° W
Local Time 5:42 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Elm Square, Massachusetts to New Bedford, Massachusetts covers 38.2 mi (61.4 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 39 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (33.3-38.2 miles / 54-61 km). The primary route shown here saves 4 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h).

Available Routes

MA-24 S and I-195 E
38.2 mi 39 minutes
Shortest
MA-24 S and MA-140 S
33.3 mi 36 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.